Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated and can pose as government agencies.
Use the follwoing information to help you protect yourself.
Red Flags to Watch For
- Unexpected contact: Real government agencies won't call, text, or slide into your DMs demanding money or personal info.
- Weird payment methods: If someone claims to be from the government and asks for payment via wire transfer, gift cards, crypto, or apps like Venmo, it's a scam!
- Caller ID tricks: Don't trust what you see on your phone screen. Scammers can spoof phone numbers easily.
How to Protect Yourself
- Hang up if a call seems fishy.
- Look up the real agency number online and call them back.
- When in doubt, ask for help! Student Legal Services is here to assist you.
Remember, staying informed is your best defense against these tricky scammers. If something feels off, trust your gut and double-check before giving out any information or money. Husker students can meet with a Student Legal Services lawyer if they are concerned about a potential scam.
Student Legal Services is open to every University of Nebraska–Lincoln student, offering free legal advice and representation by actual attorneys. The office is located in Nebraska Union, Room 335.
Appointments can be requested through the website or by phone 402-472-3350.
