Informed Consumer Warns on Maze of Sweepstakes
The FTC reports ongoing complaints about fake contests tied to sweepstakes. A Palm Beach operator pled guilty to 28 counts of mail fraud for running a nationwide puzzle scheme charging $2 to $5 per tie breaker. Winners often received no money or notification, with large prizes sometimes going to the promoter's associates.
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