Fraud is a crime because it acknowledges that people who have been deceived about what they're getting aren't able to make fully informed decisions and are therefore victims of the fraudster.

Yes, there's information out there saying the vaccine is dangerous, but there's a lot more information out there, being pushed by what most people consider reputable sources - their doctors, employers, government agencies, the news media, the majority of their friends and family members - saying it's safe and effective.

Many people believe these establishment sources and the majority over their lone friend or family member warning them of the vaccine's dangers, especially when that friend or family member isn't a doctor and has no particular medical expertise. They might respect the person warning them and even believe there are some concerns, but in the end, decide that the overwhelming bulk of the evidence comes down on the side of the vaccines being "safe and effective." These people are victims of fraud.