ReportFraud.ftc.gov is the federal government's website where you can report fraud, scams, and bad business practices. Gather your documents.Report fraud, scams, and bad business practices at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Report identity theft at IdentityTheft.gov. To file a complaint just go to ftc. Gov complaint and answer the questions or call 1-877 FTC help. If someone uses your name to file a fraudulent tax return with the IRS or State of Maryland. The first thing that you do to report a scam or a bad business practice is to go to the website report reportfraud.fdc.gov. If you think a person or local business has engaged in deceptive business practices, you can contact a consumer protection office in your area. Include a copy of your police report, an identity theft affidavit that you may have filled out and any other supporting documents.