As part of the “Go For Real” anti-counterfeiting campaign, the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today released a series of ads informing younger buyers and their parents about the serious dangers of buying fake goods. The ads are designed to counter a dangerous escalation of counterfeits that are cheating consumers and causing serious injuries and death, hurting U.S. businesses, and funding organized crime.

The National Crime Prevention Council has selected Paul DelPonte as Executive Director to move the nonprofit organization into a new era of educating communities to prevent crime and help consumers avoid fraud--online and off.  DelPonte’s career has focused on developing nonprofit public education and advocacy efforts that have won national attention and awards.  They [...]

The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) today announced a national campaign to work with law enforcement and community leaders to promote public health and safety by raising awareness and education on illicit vapor products. These products present additional health and safety risks for adult consumers and undermine underage-prevention measures.