8.121 Mail Fraud-Scheme to Defraud or to Obtain Money or Property by False Promises (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1341) is a federal offense that involves using the U.S. Postal Service, or other interstate carriers, to carry out a scheme to defraud or to obtain money or property by false promises. It is one of the most common types of mail fraud and involves making false statements or promises in order to persuade someone to give up money or property. Types of 8.121 Mail Fraud-Scheme to Defraud or to Obtain Money or Property by False Promises (18 U.S.C. Sec. 1341) include: • Pyramid schemes • Investment frauds • Sweepstakes fraud • Credit card fraud • Real estate fraud • Mortgage fraud • Insurance fraud • Tax fraud • Identity theft • Online auction fraud • Fake charities