Module 3, Page 5 – Government Impersonation Scam Awareness. What to do if someone pretends to be IRS or Police?

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Golden Rules.

1 – Real government agencies never demand payment by phone, email, or gift cards.

2 – No one from the IRS, Social Security, or the Police will threaten arrest over the phone.

3 – Gift cards and crypto are never used by the government.

4 – Hang up and call the real agency using a number you trust.

5 – When in doubt, talk to someone you trust before acting.