PENSCO Fraud Prevention Center

Reporting Known or Suspected Fraud

Here are the key agencies that will take reports of known or suspected fraud

  • The Securities and Exchange Commission is the primary regulator for the U.S. securities market. Click here to go directly to their Enforcement Tips and Complaints page, which includes access to their reporting process.
  • Your state’s regulatory authority may have a complaint process. Refer to the list of state regulatory offices maintained by the North American Securities Administration.

Items to have ready when you report

  • Name(s) and any contact info you have for the suspected fraudster.
  • A concise summary of your evidence that fraud may have occurred.
  • Many agencies will ask for an estimated dollar loss you or someone you know has suffered.