Weekly AG Newspaper Columns
by Greg Abbott
Attorney General of Texas
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October, 2009
- Establishing Paternity at Birth Gives Children a Good Start (Text file)
- Federal Trade Commission Bans Robocalls (Text file)
- Funding Medical Exams for Sexual Assault Victims (Text file)
September, 2009
- Access and Visitation Hotline Helps Texas Parents Address Visitation Concerns (Text file)
- Recalls: Protecting Consumers From Faulty or Unsafe Products (Text file)
- Child Support Evader James Hoffmeister (Text file)
- Tracking Registered Sex Offenders’ Use of Technology (Text file)
August, 2009
- Back-To-School (Text file)
- Understanding Renter Rights and Responsibilities (Text file)
- Texas Law Enforcement Response to Human Trafficking (Text file)
July, 2009
- It’s Summer Time! (Text file)
- Consumer Protection: Home Buying & Mortgages (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Tomas Roman (Text file)
June, 2009
- Beware of Moving Companies That Scam Consumers (Text file)
- Thanks Dad! (Text file)
- Gaming Systems Can Expose Children to Risks (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Dean Greer (Text file)
May, 2009
- Internet & Wireless Device Safety: In the World of Virtual Reality, the Consequences Are Real (Text file)
- Building Strong Families To Build a Stronger Texas (Text file)
- Honoring Seniors By Protecting Them From Scams (Text file)
April, 2009
- All Of Us Are Responsible For Ending Child Abuse (Text file)
- Helping Noncustodial Parents Find Work and Stay Employed (Text file)
- Dealing With Changes In Credit Card Terms (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Kurt Lindner (Text file)
March, 2009
- Resolving Consumer Disputes By Being Prepared (Text file)
- Income-Tax Season Brings Out Scam Artists (Text file)
- AG Can Help You Collect Your Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Marcus Spanihel Jr (Text file)
February, 2009
- New Service Helps Parents Address Visitation Concerns (Text file)
- Beware Dietary Supplement Scams and ‘Miracle’ Health Claims (Text file)
- Protecting Teen-age Texans From Dating Violence (Text file)
January, 2009
- Start the Year Right: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
- Digital Television Transition (Text file)
- Wireless Parental Controls (Text file)
- Child Support Evader John Tijerina (Text file)
December, 2008
- Create Lasting Memories For Your Children During the Holiday Season By Paying Your Child Support (Text file)
- Research Your Holiday Shopping Options (Text file)
- Credit Fix and Debt Elimination Scams (Text file)
November, 2008
- A Record-Breaking $2.6 Billion in Support Collected for Texas Children (Text file)
- Frequently Asked Questions About Credit Cards (Text file)
- Steps To Take When a Company Goes Out of Business (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Brent King (Text file)
October, 2008
- United Efforts Help Crime Victims (Text file)
- Five Warning Signs of a Scam (Text file)
- Receive Child Support By Direct Deposit Or the Texas Debit Card (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Stephen McCaa (Text file)
September, 2008
- Child Support Evader Guadalupe Aceves (Text file)
- Protecting Texas Schoolchildren’s Right To a “Moment of Silence” (Text file)
- Preparing Teens for Responsible Parenting (Text file)
- Small Claims Court Can Help Resolve Disputes (Text file)
August, 2008
- Back-to-School Reminder: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader John Baldridge (Text file)
- Tips for Correcting Credit Report Errors (Text file)
- Avoid Fraudulent Check-Cashing Schemes (Text file)
July, 2008
- Five Steps To Guard Against Botnets (Text file)
- Know the Cost of a 401(K) Loan (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Timothy Gaither (Text file)
- Make Lasting Memories with Your Children This Summer (Text file)
June, 2008
- Beware of International Driver’s License Scams (Text file)
- Don’t Get Cheated by Credit Report Schemes (Text file)
- Happy Father’s Day, Dad! (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Tomas Roman (Text file)
May, 2008
- Texas’ Most Wanted Child Support Evaders (Text file)
- New Texas Laws Regarding Tenants’ Rights (Text file)
- Know the Source of Online Health Information (Text file)
April, 2008
- “Justice for Victims, Justice for All” (Text file)
- The Bond Review Process (Text file)
- Helping Non-Custodial Parents Find Work and Stay Employed (Text file)
March, 2008
- Understanding Eminent Domain: Texas Landowner's Bill of Rights (Text file)
- Building Strong Families to Build a Stronger Texas (Text file)
- Texas Attorney General Offers Tax Season Tips (Text file)
February, 2008
- Consumer Tips for Buying A New or Used Vehicle (Text file)
- Exercise Good Sense: Ask Questions Before Joining a Health Spa (Text file)
- Establishing Paternity At Birth Gives Children A Good Start (Text file)
January, 2008
- New Texas Law On Mail-in Rebate Helps Texas Consumers (Text file)
- Watch for Hidden Fees On Gift Cards (Text file)
- New Years Resolution: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
December, 2007
- Consumer Tips for Online and Catalog Shopping (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Stephen Zygaj (Text file)
- Make Sure Your Children Have Joyful Memories This Holiday Season (Text file)
- Five Holiday Scams Texans Should Avoid (Text file)
November, 2007
October, 2007
- Observing National Crime Prevention Month (Text file)
- Protecting Texans Right to Work (Text file)
- Start the New School Year Right: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
- Protecting the Texas Pledge of Allegiance (Text file)
September, 2007
- Access and Visitation Hotline Helps Texan Parents Address Custody Concerns (Text file)
- Be Careful Before Buying Medicine Online (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Timothy Andrus (Text file)
- A Security Freeze Can Protect Texans From Identity Theft (Text file)
August, 2007
- "Badge Fraud" Robs Consumers, Peace Officers (Text file)
- AG Can Help You Collect Your Child Support (Text file)
- Texas Attorney General Warns Homeowners of Equity Stripping Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Renee Hebert (Text file)
July, 2007
- Texas Attorney Generals Cyber Crimes Unit Helps Parents Keep Kids Safe Online (Text file)
- All That Glitters: Investing in Gold and Rare Coins (Text file)
- Pay Your Child Support to Avoid Penalties (Text file)
June, 2007
- In Honor of Fathers (Text file)
- Attorney General Targets Data Dumping (Text file)
- Attorney General: Get the Facts On Auto Credit Insurance (Text file)
- Child Support Evader Darryl White (Text file)
May, 2007
- Protecting Texans From Medicaid Fraud (Text file)
- Texas Teens: Beware of Summer Job Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Review Process (CSRP) (Text file)
- Child Support Evader James Dickens (Text file)
April, 2007
- Attorney General Works With Local Organizations to Help Young Crime Victims (Text file)
- The Crime Victims Compensation Fund Helps Victims (Text file)
- Preparing Teens for Responsible Parenting (Text file)
March, 2007
- Become An Informed Consumer This Tax Season (Text file)
- Attorney General Offers Tips to Avoid Travel Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Andres Gomez (Text file)
- Establishing Paternity At Birth Gives Children A Solid Start (Text file)
February, 2007
- Get the Details On Trial or Special Offers (Text file)
- Combating Gang Activity and Youth Crime (Text file)
- New Way to Receive Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Adam Cardenas (Text file)
January, 2007
- Protect Yourself From Investment Fraud (Text file)
- Settlement With YP Corporation Results in Refunds to Businesses (Text file)
- New Year (Text file)
- Texas Most Wanted Evaders (Text file)
December, 2006
- Safe Buying: Medical Products and Treatments (Text file)
- Understanding Mail-In Rebates (Text file)
- Give Wisely This Holiday Season (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Brad Henderson (Text file)
November, 2006
- A Record-Breaking $2 Billion in Support Collected for Texas Children (Text file)
- Frequently Asked Questions about Credit Cards (Text file)
- Credit Card Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Curtis Dutton (Text file)
October, 2006
- Know the Facts About Exotic Mortgages (Text file)
- Online People Locator Services and Data Banks (Text file)
- Access and Visitation Online Directory Connects Parents With Needed Services (Text file)
September, 2006
- Beware of Debt Elimination Scams (Text file)
- Update on the ERCOT Corruption Case (Text file)
- Back-to-School Reminder: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: John Vinson Lowry (Text file)
August, 2006
- Texas AG Warns of Bogus Job Offers (Text file)
- How to Protect Sensitive Data After a Security Breach (Text file)
- AG Can Help You Collect Your Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Francisco Balderrama (Text file)
July, 2006
- Online Financial Offers: Legitimate or Spam? (Text file)
- Counterfeit U.S. Postal Money Order Scam (Text file)
- Building Strong Families to Build a Stronger Texas (Text file)
June, 2006
- Fighting Fuel Scams: "Gas-Saving" Products (Text file)
- In Honor of Fathers (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Kurt Lindner (Text file)
- Warning Families About Online Predators (Text file)
May, 2006
- Protecting Senior Texans: The Attorney General (Text file)
- Attorney General Warns of Top Five Scams Against Senior Texans (Text file)
- Child Support Review Process (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Renee Hebert (Text file)
April, 2006
- Buying a Home: Know the Basics (Text file)
- Victims' Rights: Strength in Unity (Text file)
- Pay Your Child Support to Avoid Penalties (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Adrian Garnette McDaniel (Text file)
March, 2006
- Helping Stamp Out Voter Fraud in Texas (Text file)
- Guard Against Credit Card Abuse: Check Your Receipts (Text file)
- How the AG Helps Parents Meet Their Children's Medical Needs (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Ronnie Lynn Lawson (Text file)
February, 2006
- Dont Fall for Tax Scams (Text file)
- Collaborative Efforts Result in Arrests of Louisiana Fugitives (Text file)
- Access and Visitation Hotline Helps Parents Address Custody Concerns (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Timothy Andrus (Text file)
January, 2006
- New Laws Shine More Light on Texas Government (Text file)
- Consumers Struggle with Mortgages, Foreclosures (Text file)
- New Year's Resolution: Pay Your Child Support (Text file)
December, 2005
- AG Works With Counties Across Texas to Help Crime Victims (Text file)
- What You Should Know About Giving Out Your Social Security Number (Text file)
- Make Sure Your Children Know You Care This Holiday Season (Text file)
- The Most Wanted Child Support Evaders (Text file)
- Child Support Cuts Would Harm Texas Children (Text file)
November, 2005
- Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars (Text file)
- Watch Out for Unsolicited Prize Calls, Counterfeit Cashier's Checks (Text file)
- A Record $1.8 Billion in Support Collected for Texas Children (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Carlos E. Garay, Jr. (Text file)
October, 2005
- Keeping an Eye on the High Cost of Fuel (Text file)
- Hurricane Scams and Price Gouging are Not Tolerated in Texas (Text file)
- Protecting Our Children (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: William Shepherd, Jr. (Text file)
September, 2005
- 300 Arrests to Protect Children from Sexual Predators (Text file)
- Fraudulent Schemes Target Immigrants, Spanish Speakers (Text file)
- Regular Child Support Improves School Achievement (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Irma Beatrice Marin (Text file)
August, 2005
- Think Twice Before You Co-Sign for a Loan (Text file)
- New ID Theft Laws Help Protect Consumers (Text file)
- Regular Visitation is Important to a Child's Well-Being (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Howard Ramsey (Text file)
July, 2005
- Children and Parents Should Learn Rules of Internet Safety (Text file)
- Steer Clear of E-Mail Business Offers from Strangers (Text file)
- Building Strong Families to Build a Stronger Texas (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Marcos Blaine Snodgrass (Text file)
June, 2005
- Buying a Car: How to be a Smart Negotiator (Text file)
- Know your Tenant Rights (Text file)
- Thanks, Dad (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Edwin Bacon Jacobson (Text file)
May, 2005
- Consumer Loans - Know the Rules! (Text file)
- Protect your Identity: Shred it! (Text file)
- AG Can Help You Collect Your Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Renee Hebert (Text file)
April, 2005
- How OAG Works With Local Crime Victim (Text file)
- Beware of Work-at-Home Scams (Text file)
- Military Reservists and Child Support (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Michael Dwinnell (Text file)
March, 2005
- When do consumers have a 3-day right to cancel a contract or purchase? (Text file)
- Beware of Pyramid Schemes (Text file)
- Attorney General Helps Parents and Children Who Live Apart (Text file)
February, 2005
- Attorney General Sues Prolific Spammers (Text file)
- New Law Allows Free Credit Reports for Consumers (Text file)
- Automated Information about Child Support Just a Phone Call Away (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Linda Carroll (Text file)
January, 2005
- Third Party Debt Collectors: Know Your Rights (Text file)
- New Year (Text file)
- Attorney General to Defend Ten Commandments Monument at High Court (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Roy Bowden (Text file)
December, 2004
- Holiday Safety Tips for Consumers (Text file)
- Small Claims Court Can Help Resolve Disputes (Text file)
- Healthy Marriage (Text file)
November, 2004
- The Texas Attorney General's Fugitive Unit Works to Keep Children Safe (Text file)
- Beware of Predatory Lending Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Collections Exceed $1.6 Billion (Text file)
October, 2004
- Protect Yourself from Identity Theft (Text file)
- The Crime Victims' Compensation Fund (Text file)
- How the AG Helps Parents Meet Their Children's Medical Needs (Text file)
September, 2004
- Old Debt or Bogus Debt? (Text file)
- Beware of these Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Services (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Carlos Garay (Text file)
August, 2004
- Break the Silence - Make the Call (Text file)
- Regular Child Support Improves School Achievement (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Dickie Lee Davis (Text file)
- Is a Credit Counseling Service Right for You? (Text file)
July, 2004
- Protect Yourself from Credit Card Fraud (Text file)
- Joining a Health Spa: What to Look out for (Text file)
- Child Support Review Process (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: David Rodriguez (Text file)
June, 2004
- Child Support Evader: Amy Dorow (Text file)
- Thanks, Dad (Text file)
- Beware of Scholarship Scams (Text file)
- Charitable Raffles: Know the Law (Text file)
May, 2004
- Direct Deposit: Convenient Way to Receive Child Support Payments (Text file)
- Protecting Our Children (Text file)
- Seniors Should Be Cautious When Buying Medicare Drug Discount Cards (Text file)
- Protecting Senior Texans (Text file)
April, 2004
- Child Support Evader: Randy Gearty (Text file)
- Crime Victims Compensation Fund (Text file)
- Five Hot Scams: Don't Fall for them! (Text file)
- Won the lottery? Just hang up! (Text file)
March, 2004
- The Attorney General Opinion Process (Text file)
- New Option for Making Child Support Payments (Text file)
- Beware of Credit Repair Scams (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: David Martin (Text file)
February, 2004
- Most Wanted Child Support Evaders (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Larry Lewis (Text file)
- Prayer at Colleges, Universities Should Be Preserved (Text file)
- Beware of Counterfeit Cashier's Checks (Text file)
- Federal Government Passes New Anti-Spam Law, Partially Preempts Texas State Law (Text file)
January, 2004
- Child Support Evader: Gabriel Botello (Text file)
- Establishing Paternity at Birth Gives Children Solid Start (Text file)
- Preserving the Pledge of Allegiance (Text file)
- Beware of "Tax Reduction" Scams (Text file)
December, 2003
- Child Support Evader: James Bryant (Text file)
- Make Sure Your Children Know You Care This Holiday Season (Text file)
- Texas Ten Commandments Monument Stands (Text file)
- Protecting Seniors from Financial Exploitation (Text file)
November, 2003
- Child Support Evader: William Shepherd, Jr. (Text file)
- Child Support Collections Top $1.5 Billion (Text file)
- Beware of Hidden Costs of Work-at-home Scams (Text file)
- New Identity Crime Laws Help Consumers and Law Enforcement (Text file)
October, 2003
- Parental Involvement Means More Than Just Paying Child Support (Text file)
- Texas Adopts New Anti-Spam Laws (Text file)
- Attorney General Creates New Fugitive Unit That Targets Child Predators (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: Jerry Dale Keefer (Text file)
September, 2003
- Regular Child Support Improves School Achievement Too (Text file)
- Child Support Evader: John E. Moses (Text file)
- More Domestic Violence Awareness Needed in Hispanic Community (Text file)
- Attorney General: Celebrate Assisted Living Week, Grandparents Day (Text file)
- "Badge Fraud" Robs Consumers, Peace Officers (Text file)
August, 2003
- Child Support Evader: Steven Kyle Miller (Text file)
- Preparing Teens for Responsible Parenting (Text file)
- The Attorney General Can Stop Abusive Debt Collection (Text file)
- The Attorney General's Office Protects Children from Internet Predators (Text file)
July, 2003
- Child Support Evader: David Tello (Text file)
- Safe Shopping by Catalog (Text file)
- Beware of Telephone Fraud (Text file)
- Seniors: Living Trusts Are Not for Everyone (Text file)
May, 2003
- Attorney General Reaches Settlement for Texas Consumers (Text file)
- Automated Information About Child Support Just A Phone Call Away (Text file)
- The Attorney General Protects Senior Citizens (Text file)
- The Attorney General Talks About Choosing Long-Term Care (Text file)
April, 2003
- Military Reservists and Child Support (Text file)
- Benefits for Victims of Child Abuse, Sexual Assault, Family Violence (Text file)
- Texas Attorney General Pushes Victim Rights, Compensation (Text file)
- Texas Observes National Crime Victims (Text file)
March, 2003
- Attorney General Alerts Seniors to Scams, Frauds (Text file)
- Attorney General Targets Immigration Scams (Text file)
- Establishing Paternity is Good for Fathers, too (Text file)
- Look Out for Tax Scams in Tax Season (Text file)
February, 2003
- Phony Canadian Lottery Steals from the Elderly (Text file)
- Attorney General Offers Help for Victims of Crime (Text file)
- What the Attorney General Can Do For You (Text file)
- AG Can Help You Collect Your Child Support (Text file)