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Identity Theft.

Published on Nov 28, 2015

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IDENTITY THEFT

  • The fraudulent acquisition and use of a persons private identifying
  • Information usually for financial gain.
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STEALING

  • Information is taken from a purse or wallet personal records
  • Etc to steal your identity
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DUMPSTER DIVING.

  • Personal information is discarded and thieves
  • Remove it from trash.
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HACKING

  • Information is stolen by breaking into
  • Your computer system.
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WHAT TO DO IF IT HAPPENS TO YOU

  • Act immediately
  • Keep a record of correspondence and phone records
  • Follow up all communications via mail
  • Contact 3 major credit bureaus and request a free fraud alert.
  • Close all accounts tampered with. And call the police.
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HOW TO AVOID GETTING IT STOLEN.

  • Only carry necessary items, memorize your PIN number
  • Check statements regularly.
  • Cut up pre approved credit cards that are not used
  • Make sure a website you use is secure
  • Check your credit report twice a year.
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