The holidays are a time of joy. Families gather to share laughter, food, gifts, and quality time with each other. Unfortunately, the holiday season is also one of the most joyous times of the year for fraudsters.

With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season also comes an unfortunate increase in crime rates. With hectic shoppers rushing around distracted by their to-do lists, thieves are often waiting for the perfect opportunity to capitalize on this shopping madness. 

While fraud can occur at any time of the year, it, unfortunately, becomes more popular during the holidays. This could be due to the hustle and bustle of the season and the fact that more people are shopping, especially online.