Commentary: Beware of gift card scams
There is a dark side to having gift cards hanging within easy reach, and scammers have found a way to exploit the convenience....
Summer Stephan
Commentary: Impersonator scams
Tax season is a good time to remind people that no government agency will call, text or reach out via social media to ask for...
Commentary: From love to extortion — beware romance scams
When you meet someone new through a dating app or other online platform, the excitement can lower your instinct that something is amiss....
Commentary: Protecting farmworkers from criminal wage theft
this group, which is so vital to our state, also includes some of our community’s most vulnerable and taken advantage workers....
Commentary: Don’t fall victim to unscrupulous contractors
Any person providing home improvements or repairs above the $500 handyman exception is required to have a state issued license....
Commentary: Crypto wallet scams — don’t be the weak link
Bad actors are relying on our complacency to think up new ways to scam us. The latest trend is cryptocurrency wallet scams....
Commentary: Battling hate in San Diego
With hate crimes increasing across our nation, state and region, prosecuting and preventing hate crimes is a priority for the DA's Office....
Commentary: Don’t be victim of title fraud
Bad actors have evolved in their treachery and have moved on to stealing homeownership through title fraud....
Commentary: Be aware of location sharing
There is a dark side to location sharing because bad actors have found nefarious ways to abuse the technology....
Keeping seniors safe from scams
Every year in San Diego County, senior citizens are scammed out of millions of dollars by bad actors who prey on vulnerability....
