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  • Report:  #558264

Complaint Review: Intellius People Search

Intellius People Search Intelius.com PeopLLook Internet Fraud;Debit Card Fraud;Bad Business Bellevue, Washington *EDitor's Suggestions on how to get your money back into your bank account that someone wrongfully takes it from you!

  • Reported By:
    J.G. — Belton Texas USA
  • Submitted:
    Fri, January 22, 2010
  • Updated:
    Sat, January 30, 2010
  • Intellius People Search
    500 108th Street, NR, Suite 25
    Bellevue, Washington
    United States of America
  • Phone:
    425-974-8100 & others
  • Category:

On or about 12/22/2009 I was trying to help my husband locate an old friend when I came across an advertisement for Intelius.com PeopLLook offering a one time search for $1.95.  



I filled out the required information and as promised received her name, DOB, and a couple of addresses (which really were old and provided nothing in the way of locating her).  I used my debit card to pay for the $1.95 service.  Checking my statement they ran the charge for $1.95 on 12/22/2009 as expected.  Then - charges for $19.95 for gosh knows what starting on 12/24/2009 (I had emergency surgery on Christmas Eve for a fractured ankle so I seriously doubt I was online), again on 1/4/2010 for $19.95, again on 1/16/2010 for $19.95, and again on 1/20/2010 for $19.95.  



I have no idea what the heck this is even for but after reading pages of complaints on this company I'm sure they'll say for subscription services, ValueMax, PMIdentity or whatever is new now.  The fact is that I did not knowingly sign up for anything other than the one time people search for $1.95.After researching my options as to how to handle the situation I will give Intelius ONE chance to refund any and all funds (-$1.95 for my stupidity) that they have charged for whatever reason to my card.  If I do not receive a response or a refund within 7 business days I will file a complaint with both my state and Washington state attorney general's fraud divisions, as well as the BBB's in both location.  I am cancelling my card immediately!!  Hope this helps someone out there to find another "reputable" locator service if needed.  Thanks for listening.

 
EDitor's Suggestions on how to get your money back!

HERE IS WHAT RIP-OFF REPORT SUGGESTS YOU DO:

Go to your bank within 60 days of the charge, or as soon as you know about the charge, don't delay, and tell them that there has been fraudulent activity within your account. Explain that you wish to file a dispute, and demand that they assist you in accordance with Federal Regulation E.

According to the majority of victims interviewed by Rip-off Report, those who immediately called their banks to dispute the charges did not get very far. Many victims got the following responses from their banks: we could not do anything for you or you waited too long; it has been more than 60 days.

If the bank is says that you have waited too long, explain to them how you called their 800 number as soon as the charges were found, and were told by the bank that nothing could be done. Remind the bank that they failed to assist you properly at the 800 #, and instead, provided you with an inadequate explanation of your right to dispute. Tell the bank that it's their fault time has expired, and since they gave you the wrong info to begin with, they will just have to deal with it, take the loss and reverse the charges.

Tell them the truth; this was unauthorized and your account was NOT to be charged! Keep emphasizing how you never authorized anything! Direct them to the hundreds of victims reports that were filed on Rip-off Report.com. And if you're at the bank, walk them over to their computer and make them go to this site! If you are on the phone with them, tell them you will wait while they access this site! Either way, be persistent!

DO NOT TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER!

Let them know nicely, that you were advised to Report them (the Bank) and this situation to the Banking Commission in your state. Since each state has a different name for the agency/controller over banks, find that name before you call or get to the bank so you can throw it in their face. The more knowledgeable you appear to be, the further you will get.

And just continue to demand the Federal Regulation E form! The bank CAN, MUST and WILL reverse the charge! But, you must be persistent; ask to speak to the supervisor or the area manager for all the branches in the state.

Let the bank personnel know you are meeting with the media later in the day, that you would much rather they do the right thing (as most other banks have) by looking at the complaints and immediately reversing the charge(s) to your account; no matter how long ago it was. Be sure to call the Media if necessary so you are telling the truth.

If you have to, be loud (but nice) in front of other customers. If you are just calling by phone, the above tactics should still work. The bank can easily fax or mail to you the Federal Regulation E dispute form.

CHARGES TO YOUR CREDIT CARD

If the charge was to your credit card (not debit card, check card, or checking account), contact the credit card company as soon as possible to request a dispute form. Consumers usually have a little longer to dispute fraudulent credit card charges (up to 6 months), but it is better to act right away. In this type of situation, credit card disputes are usually successful since fraudulent companies often won't contest the disputed charge. In rare cases, credit card companies will review disputes, but refuse to reverse the charges. If this occurs, complain to a manager and let them know you will be filing a report here.

Remember Don't let them get away with it! Make sure they make the Rip-off Report .. The more Reports filed on a Company or individual, the more likely it is that the authorities, media and attorneys will want to take action.

And good luck Let us know how you do!

ED Magedson Founder RipoffReport.com Author of www.ripoffrevenge.com

Rip-off Report PO Box 310, Tempe, Arizona 85280

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Sat, January 30, 2010



It sounds like you have accepted a third party companys offer that is advertised on the Intelius website.  If you no longer wish to be enrolled in that third party companys service, please call 888-445-2727 Monday Friday 4:30am 10:00pm PST.  We will be more than happy to assist you.



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