The Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs (BPOA) received reports that a person pretending to be from the State Architects Licensure Board (Board) is calling licensees about the status of their license.  The scammer asks for credit card information.  Persons who give their credit card information may not only lose their money, but also can become a victim of identity theft.

Licensees are urged to avoid becoming a victim of credit card fraud or identity theft:

• BPOA and/or Board will NOT call licensees asking for payment over the phone.
• If you get a text message or call asking for your credit card information, hang up.
• Do NOT give your personal or financial information over the phone.
• If you feel that you are a victim of any type of scam, you should immediately notify your local or state police.

Please note that neither the Board/Commission, nor its staff or counsel, are permitted to provide legal advice or advisory opinions, including interpretations of the law or regulations, or any indication as to how the Board would vote on any given case or scenario.  You are invited to contact a private attorney or professional organization for advice or guidance.