As part of her holiday consumer protection campaign, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is highlighting five consumer alerts this week





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December 8, 2025




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AG Nessel Highlights Scam Alerts in Holiday Consumer Protection Campaign

*LANSING *– As part of her holiday consumer protection campaign [ [link removed] ], Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is highlighting five consumer alerts this week to help residents protect their wallets and personal information during the holiday season. This week, the campaign will use themes from popular holiday movies to cover the following topics: 


* Phishing Scams [ [link removed] ]: Residents are urged to avoid clicking suspicious links or opening attachments from unknown senders to protect themselves from fraudsters. 
* Scanner Law [ [link removed] ]: Under Michigan’s Scanner Law, stores must honor the lowest advertised price. 
* Puppy Scams [ [link removed] ]: Consumers seeking to add a furry friend to their family should be aware of fraudulent online pet sellers. Remember to always see the pet in person and verify the breeder before sending any money. 
* AI Scams [ [link removed] ]: Fraudsters are using artificial intelligence to mimic loved ones. 
* Credit Card Charges [ [link removed] ]: Consumers are encouraged to check their credit card statements often and report unfamiliar charges right away to prevent identity theft. 

“During the holiday season, it’s more important than ever to stay informed about how scammers attempt to steal your hard-earned money,” Nessel said. “By staying one step ahead, you can better protect yourself and focus on what truly matters: sharing the joy and spirit of the holidays with loved ones.” 

To help Michigan residents stay safe from scams, identity theft, and other deceptive schemes, Attorney General Nessel recently launched a new consumer protection social media account [ [link removed] ], Michigan Consumer Protection (@MIConsumerWatch). The new account will serve as a trusted source for scam alerts, consumer protection tips, education resources, and updates from the Department of Attorney General and will host the holiday campaign. Residents can follow @MIConsumerWatch on Facebook [ [link removed] ], Instagram [ [link removed] ], X [ [link removed] ], and LinkedIn [ [link removed] ].  

Throughout the campaign, the Department of Attorney General will issue press releases each Monday outlining the scams of the week, with daily posts shared through the MI Consumer Alerts social media accounts.

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