National Drug Take Back Day on April 22, 2023

Apr 19, 2023 | Alert

On Saturday, April 22, 2023 The Family Justice Center will host the 24th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! This drug take-back day INCLUDES vape pens and tobacco devices.

Saturday, April 22, 2023

10 am – 2 pm

 

On Saturday, April 22, 2023 The Family Justice Center will be hosting the 24th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! This drug take back day INCLUDES vape pens and tobacco devices.

Saturday, April 22, 2023

10 am – 2 pm

Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2023 Proclamation

Apr 19, 2023 | Alert

On Tuesday, April 18 2023, Senior Assistant District Attorney Cynthia Chandler accepted the Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2023 proclamation alongside Supervisor Lena Tam and the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2023 Proclamation by Supervisor Elisa Márquez from the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on behalf of the Office. Thank you Supervisors for your support.

Covid Related Phishing

Oct 10, 2021 | Alert

Pandemic-related email scams are on the rise with the increase in delta variant COVID cases and COVID vaccinations. Beware of unsolicited emails that direct you to click a link or open an attachment. These could be “phishing” attempts by bad actors seeking to steal personal information or install malware.

Examples of recent phishing attempts include:

  • Emails from scammers posing as human resources departments that ask for proof of COVID vaccination
  • Emails from fake health organizations that ask for personal information
  • Emails regarding COVID protective measures or treatments

If you receive an unsolicited email with instructions to click a link or open an attachment, read it closely for signs of phishing. These may include spelling or grammatical errors, misspelled web addresses, or slightly altered email domain names. Be cautious about clicking links or opening attachments from emails you are unable to verify as legitimate. Please report potential phishing attempts to the FTC at www.ReportFraud.ftc.gov.”

Posted on Aug 30, 2021

Charity Scam Alert

Oct 6, 2021 | Alert

Beware of Charity Scams

Tragedies like earthquakes and wildfires can bring out the best in people, with many seeking to help victims with financial donations. Unfortunately, this also provides scammers with opportunities to take advantage. Consider taking steps to protect yourself from charity fraud and ensure that your donation goes to those who need it.

  • Check your charity’s rating with the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.
  • Other sources such as Charity Navigator and CharityWatch can provide information about how specific charities operate and how they use their donations.
  • Beware of telephone solicitations. Avoid providing credit card numbers or other personal information to unknown callers. Don’t rely on caller ID as scammers can make calls look like they come from specific organizations.
  • Avoid donating by wire transfer, cash, gift card, or virtual currency. Instructions to use payment methods like these are red flags of a scam. Pay instead by credit card or check.
  • Watch out for donation requests posted to social media that contain sentimental pleas but provide few details about the organization. Don’t assume the solicitation is legitimate just because it was shared by a friend.
  • Look up the charity using the IRS’s Tax Exempt Organization Search to see if your donation may be tax deductible.

Report possible charity scams to:

  • The FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov
  • The District Attorney’s Office Consumer Protection Unit
  • The California Department of Justice’s Charity Complaint site

Posted on Oct 6, 2021