Counterfeit Cashier’s Check Alert
Consumers must be alert to the fact that just because money from the check may be made quickly available doesn't mean a check is valid. The check must go back to the originating bank and it must clear. This process can take several days and, in the case of an elaborate counterfeit, may take a few weeks.

Report Fraud Attempts
If you or any member of your family has been a victim of any form of the scam, contact the United States Secret Service, the lead agency fighting this fraud at 202-406-5572. If you receive a letter relating to advanced fee fraud, please forward the letter to the Secret Service at: 419.fcd@usss.treas.gov.

If you receive a letter in the mail, you may send or fax it to:
U.S. Secret Service Financial Crimes Division
950 H. Street, NW
Suite 5300
Washington, DC 20223
Fax: (202) 406-6930
If the scheme targets a United States resident but involves a Canadian address or phone number, inform PhoneBusters by sending an email to info@phonebusters.com or calling toll-free 1-888-495-8501.