What to do if you're a fraud victim: step-by-step guide
3 min read · criminal
You can report fraud to the police and separately recover damages civilly.
You can report fraud to the police and separately recover damages civilly.
A step-by-step plan — no fluff, with citations.
Action plan: 1. Preserve all evidence. 2. Report to the police. 3. Notify the bank if payment was made. 4. Consider a civil damages claim.
Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.
Norms & sources
- УК РФ ст. 159
- ГК РФ ст. 1064
Need your exact situation analyzed?
Ask the assistant — get a plain-language answer with citations to in-force norms and verified quotes.
Ask for freeThis material is informational and not legal advice. The law changes — verify against the primary source.