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If you were scammed and coerced into making payments, file a formal dispute with your bank, contact the Pennsylvania Attorney Generals Bureau of Consumer Protection, and consult a local attorney for further guidance.

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I was scammed about a few weeks ago. They threatened me multiple times and foced me to pay them as quick as possible or they would expose me. I've already contacted the police. My bank is saying I'm responsible for the transactions because I authorized it. What can I do about this because I don't feel like I was responsible for being forced to do something against my will.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Since you've already contacted the police, you might want to gather all evidence of the threats and coercion. Have you considered filing a formal dispute with your bank or contacting a consumer protection agency?
Could you please provide your location so I can give you more specific advice?
Pennsylvania
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Pennsylvania, consider these steps:
- File a formal dispute with your bank, providing evidence of coercion.
- Contact the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Protection to report the scam.
- Consider consulting with a local attorney for more guidance.
Would you like more information on contacting the Bureau of Consumer Protection?
My bank is saying I'm responsible for the transactions because I authorized it. What can I do about this because I don't feel like I was responsible for being forced to do something against my will.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Pennsylvania, consider these steps:
- **File a formal dispute with your bank**, providing evidence of coercion.
- **Contact the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Protection** to report the scam.
- **Consult with a local attorney** for further guidance.
Would you like more information on contacting the Bureau of Consumer Protection?