Elder Fraud and Exploitation: Federal Surveillance Mechanisms, Regulatory Assessments, and Enforcement Actions

This book examines the growing problem of scams targeting older Americans and the federal strategies developed to address them and provides a detailed analysis of how financial exploitation occurs, the vulnerabilities of senior populations, and the mechanisms through which policymakers and law enforcement intervene. Combining empirical data, legislative oversight, and enforcement case studies, this book evaluates the effectiveness of existing protective frameworks and identifies systemic challenges in safeguarding older adults. This book contributes to a deeper understanding of one of the most pressing issues facing an aging society.