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How to Avoid Getting Scammed!

Join the Woodbridge Library virtually on Sept. 20 @ 2:30 PM as a rep from the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs tells us how to avoid scams!

**This is a virtual program**

From the IRS phone scam to lottery and sweepstakes scams, to the so-called grandparent scam, it appears that imposter frauds and other criminal scams are more active than ever— and are preying on potential victims in New Jersey through phone calls, emails, and other means.

Don’t get scammed!! Please join the Woodbridge Public Library virtually on September 20 @ 2:30 PM as a representative from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs tells us how to AVOID GETTING SCAMMED.

Registration is required. Please register here or call 732-634-4450.

The Division of Consumer Affairs is your resource for important consumer information. For information about a New Jersey business or professional license, or to report suspected fraud, call our Consumer Service Center at 800-242-5846.

For regularly updated Consumer Alerts and other information, check the website, www.NJConsumerAffairs.gov.

On the day before the program you will be sent the Zoom meeting information by email. Please note that if you are using Zoom on a tablet or smartphone you will need to download the Zoom app.

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