FTC Takes Action Against Humboldt Merchant Services — $12 million penalty
RedMap Risk Score
80/100
CRITICAL RISK
Risk Signal Summary
Humboldt Merchant Services will pay $12 million and is permanently banned from processing payments for high-risk merchants to settle FTC allegations of facilitating fraud. The company processed payments for over 1,000 sham merchants engaged in scams.
Why This Matters
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Sign up free to unlock →Disclaimer: This report identifies risk indicators and unusual financial patterns based on publicly available IRS Form 990 data and government enforcement records. It does not assert fraud, criminal conduct, or legal violations. All findings are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or financial advice.
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