Credit Card Fraud Overview

Credit and charge cards are a common target for thieves. They find credit card numbers on receipts in the trash, or may use your credit card without permission. Online order-takers, telemarketers, or retail store clerks might use your card numbers to make their own purchases.

Since credit card fraudsters are often sneaky, it can be difficult to know when your card is being misused. Usually you are responsible for only $50 of the purchases made before you report your card lost or stolen. After you report the card lost or stolen, credit card fraud laws apply and you are not responsible for any more losses. If your credit card company wants you to pay for stolen card charges, a credit card fraud lawyer can help you.