Here are the top 10 scams recorded by the National Consumers League in 2009

1. Fake Checks 42.01%
2. Internet: General Merchandise 24.87%
3. Prizes/Sweepstakes/Free Gifts 9.57%
4. Phishing/Spoofing 7.17%
5. Nigerian Money Offers (not prizes) 2.88%
6. Business Opportunities 2.02%
7. Franchises/Distributorships 2.02%
8. Advance Fee Loans, Credit Arrangers 1.82%
9. Internet: Auctions 1.17%
10. Friendship & Sweetheart Swindles 1.00%