A national program aimed at educating consumers and tellers about high-tech fake check scams has gotten under way with a rollout in Connecticut.
Called "Don't Become a Target," the Consumer Federal of America's program calls for tellers to hand out a brochure by that name whenever a check of $1,000 or more is presented for deposit or cashing.
The program-introduced at a press conference in Meridian, Conn.-is aimed at providing practical guidance on identifying fraudulent checks and avoiding becoming their victim. It's a cooperative effort of the CFA, Connecticut League of Credit Unions and the state's consumer protection and banking departments.
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