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U.S. Joins OECD Partners in Fighting Cross-Border Fraud

Guidelines establish framework for cooperation, FTC says

The United States has joined with other industrialized countries to enhance cross-border cooperation against consumer fraud, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says.

A June 17 FTC press release describes guidelines for such cooperation just released by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), a group of 30 wealthy countries.

"Cross-border fraud, perpetrated through telemarketing, Web sites, and spam, harms consumers and consumer confidence in the global marketplace," Commissioner Mozelle Thompson said. "The OECD guidelines announced today reflect an international commitment by consumer protection law enforcement agencies to work together to combat these schemes."

The guidelines define cross-border fraudulent practices, present principles for cross-border cooperation and press OECD member countries to find ways to redress consumers harmed by cross-border fraud.

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SLAMMING

Definition:
The term used to describe what occurs when a customer’s long distance service is switched from one long distance company to another without the customer’s permission. Such unauthorized switching violates FCC rules.

Bogus Invoices

Definition:
Con artists send bogus invoices for what appear to be phone directory listings or for office supplies that were never ordered or delivered, hoping that no one will check before paying them.

Counterfeit Drugs

Definition:
Pay attention to packaging. Check for altered or unsealed containers, or changes in the packaging or label. If you know the size shape, color, and taste of the medications you take, you will more easily identify possible counterfeits.

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