Reporting Fraud & Unethical Practices

If you think you've been defrauded, or are being approached in unethical ways concerning your adoption plans, look here for where and how to report them.

Attorneys General
Contact them! Listings for all states.

Better Business Bureau
The BBB can also advise you if other complaints have been lodged against the same individual or agency.

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Joint Council on International Children's Services
Report your problems regarding international adoption practices here.

National Adoption Information Clearinghouse
This government-created organization is a central repository for information concerning all aspects of adoption.

National Council for Adoption
An advocacy group, this national organization may be able to help.

National Fraud Information Center
Be sure to register your complaint here if Internet fraud is involved.

Your Elected Officials
That's what they're there for! Click on "Current Elected Officials" at the top of the page. Also, file with your state's Attorney General.

State Licensing Specialists
Contact information for each state's adoption agency licensing specialist.

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