Police Crime Prevention and Safety Identity Theft
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Identity TheftWhat is identity theft?Identity theft happens when a criminal obtains data that personally identifies you and then uses that information for an illegal purpose. Criminals can use a victim's identity to obtain credit and credit cards, steal money from existing accounts, apply for loans, establish accounts with utility companies, rent an apartment, file for bankruptcy, obtain a job, or commit countless other crimes using the victim's name. It can take months or years for a victim to realize their identity has been stolen, and then years and a significant amount of money to rectify the problem. There are steps you can take to reduce your risk.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 11 April 2007 05:06 |
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