Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG): This site focuses on eliminating the identity theft and fraud that result from the growing problems of phishing and spoofing.

Department of Justice (DOJ): The DOJ and its U.S. Attorneys prosecute federal identity theft cases. Information on identity theft is available at.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): The FBI, a criminal law enforcement agency, investigates cases of identity theft. The FBI recognizes that identity theft is a component of many crimes including bank fraud, mail fraud, wire fraud, bankruptcy fraud, insurance fraud, fraud against the government, and terrorism. Local field offices are listed in the Blue Pages of your telephone directory.

Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC): This site offers information on the latest scams, frauds, and consumer abuses.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC): The FTC is educating consumers and businesses about the importance of personal information privacy.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Fraud Publications: To request free copies of additional publications you may find useful, call 1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357) or visit www.consumer.gov/idtheft.

National Consumer’s League (NCL): Check out the NCL’s consumer section to get helpful tips on avoiding fraud and protecting yourself.

Nigerian Email Scams: This site offers information about the Nigerian email scams, known as the 419 scams for where it is described in Section 419 of the Nigerian Criminal Code.

On Guard Online: Practical tips from the federal government about how to avoid ID theft.

Scambusters: A free newsletter describing the latest scams is offered on this site.

U.S. Secret Service (USSS) Financial Crimes Division: The U.S. Secret Service investigates financial crimes, which may include identity theft. Although the Secret Service generally investigates cases where the dollar loss is substantial, your information may provide evidence of a larger pattern of fraud requiring their involvement. Local field offices are listed in the Blue Pages of your telephone directory.