Scam Alert

Scams involving individuals impersonating state agency entities continue to be a serious issue. Scams are also becoming more sophisticated, which makes it even more important to be aware of and know how to recognize and protect yourself and your personal data from these types of scams.

Example scam fax received by a TSBP licensee

The scammer used a letterhead that appeared official and included some accurate information about TSBP (such as phone number and address) to create a false sense of legitimacy. The scammer also contacted the licensee by phone using a number that appeared to be from TSBP (a tactic known as “spoofing”) to obtain personal information. To learn more about telephone spoofing and how to protect yourself, visit the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website: Learn more about spoofing.

Luckily, the licensee contacted the TSBP office directly to confirm the legitimacy of the supposed disciplinary action. TSBP staff were able to confirm that the scammer was not a TSBP employee.

Remember that while it is possible that staff would follow up on an application you filed with TSBP, staff does NOT request your personal information in unsolicited phone calls or text messages. If you receive suspicious documentation from an entity appearing to be TSBP, contact us directly to confirm. Also remember that TSBP will NEVER request money or bank account information in a phone call or text.