What authorities should I report a fraudulent lottery to?

[Mike_25]

Here are the authorities I would report suspicious lotteries to:

Local police - They may already have reports of this lottery scam targeting people in your area. They can investigate further and issue a warning.

State consumer protection agency - These agencies aim to prevent consumer fraud and abuse. Report the details of the phony lottery to them, they want to shut down these scams.

Better Business Bureau - File a complaint with the BBB to warn others about this dishonest company and its fraudulent lottery. A pattern of complaints can lead to action against the scammers.

Never be afraid to be the squeaky wheel here. People need to know when they have a chance to "win" millions from some fly-by-night operation. Your report may save someone else from losing their hard-earned money to a con. And you never know, if enough people report them, they may actually face legal consequences for defrauding people. Every report helps!

So in short, report suspected lottery scams to the police, consumer protection groups, and the Better Business Bureau. Be loud and spread the word - fraudsters hate publicity. And good luck at the tables!

 

[James108]

If you believe you have been the victim of a fraudulent lottery, there are several authorities you can report the incident to. The first step is to contact your state's attorney general's office. They may be able to help you investigate the situation and file a complaint.