Identity theft is a difficult and complex crime. It not only affects people on a financial level, but also on an emotional level. Our office understands the frustration, anger and fears that identity theft victims experience and will work to help you prevent becoming a victim of this ever-growing problem. If you are already a victim, we will work with you and any federal agencies to assist in a quick resolution so that you may begin rebuilding your financial and personal life once again.
Articles & Printable Resources
The following information and articles are available in Adobe .PDF format for your reference. Each feature will open in a separate browser window.
- Identity Theft: What to do if it happens to you
(4 pages) - Identity Theft: Online Shopping Tips
(3 pages) - Identity Theft & Children
(6 pages) - Firewalls & Computer Safety
(3 pages) - Identity Theft: When you personally know the identity thief
(4 pages) - Identity Theft: Overcoming the Emotional Impact
(4 pages) - Identity Theft: Travel Tips
(2 pages) - Print ALL Educational Material
(28 pages) - Identity Theft Affidavit and Filing Instructions
Online Information & Links
- www.consumer.gov/idtheft
The Federal Trade Commission maintains this site and it is full of good information. You should register the identity theft with them. You can reach them toll-free: 1-877-IDTHEFT. The FTC keeps a database of identity theft crimes reported to them. The statistics they collect are helping to force legislators take this crime seriously. The FTC also works with law enforcement to link cases and find imposters who may be repeating this crime in other locations. - www.fightidentitytheft.com
A well-organized site with some good information. - www.justice.gov
The U.S. Department of Justice. There are a number of free publications available at this site. - www.scambusters.org
For up-to-date information on scams. - www.uspirg.org
U.S PIRG is a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization that works for stronger privacy laws. - www.bbb.org
Check out a business or a possible scam with the Better Business Bureau. - www.privacytimes.com
Written by Evan Hendricks. A newsletter published about 22 times a year about privacy and identity theft information. Includes lawsuits, legislation and information on the crime. - www.nw3c.org
National White Collar Crime Center. - www.ncjrs.gov
National Criminal Justice Reference Service. - www.gao.gov
US Government Accounting Office (facts and figures). - www.epic.org
This is a good general research area on a variety of topics including pending federal privacy and identity theft legislation. - www.senate.gov
Listing of legislative bills introduced in the U.S. Senate. - www.ssa.gov
Social Security Administration. - www.treasury.gov
US Department of Treasury. - www.ic3.gov
The FBI and their Internet Complaint Center.
Credit Reporting Agencies
- TransUnion: 800-888-4213, www.transunion.com
To report fraud: 800-680-7289
TDD- 877-553-7803 - Experian: 888-EXPERIAN, www.experian.com
To report fraud: 888-397-3742
TDD- 800-972-0322 - Equifax: 800-997-2493, www.equifax.com
To report fraud: 800-525-6285
Hearing impaired: Call 1-800-255-0056
AT&T hearing impaired line. Ask the operator to call the Auto Disclosure Line at 1-800-685-1111 to obtain a copy of your report. To dispute information or report a fraud, call the dispute 800# located on the top of your credit report.