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ID Theft provided by the Federal Trade Commission |
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Federal Trade Commission Presents...
ID Theft: When Bad Things Happen to Your Good Name
How can someone steal your identity? By co-opting your name, Social Security number, credit card number, or some other piece of your personal information for their own use.
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ID Theft: Minimize Your Risk
In the course of a busy day, you may write a check at the grocery store, mail your tax returns, order new checks, or apply for a credit card. Everyday transactions that you may never give a second thought to are an identity thief's bread and butter.
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Identity Crisis... What to Do If Your Identity is Stolen
Maybe you never opened that account, but someone else did... someone who used your name and personal information to commit fraud.
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Watch for Unwanted Charges
Protect Yourself from Identity Thieves
Have you ordered a copy of your credit report lately? The Federal Trade Commission recommends that you do so once a year. The agency advises you to read it carefully and make sure it includes only transactions you have authorized.
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