61. Weston Police Department to those who believe they have become victims of identity theft and Credit fraud.It is also useful information in the prevention of these type crimes. http://www.weston-ct.com/Police/Identity Theft in Weston.htm

Return to Crime Tips Identity Theft Crime Prevention This information is provided to those who believe they have become victims of Identity Theft and Credit Fraud. It is also useful information in the prevention of these type crimes. It is essential that prompt action be taken to prevent substantial personal and financial loss. It is also recommended that checks of your credit report be made periodically to insure that one's credit history has not already been compromised. Resources / Victim Assistance The FTC reports that Identity Theft In the U.S., for the year 2000, claimed 900,000 individual victims, each with the potential for multiple instances of Fraudulent Use of Credit Card. There is a great unreported number as well of those who never filed a complaint due to lack of understanding. The below resources are provided in order to assist in combating this crime. www.identitytheft.org Federal Trade Commission's Consumer Sentinel Centralized ID Theft Repository: www.consumer.gov/sentinel/ Victims Assistance sites: ID Theft affidavit, which provides a standardized document for the reporting of this crime: (Adobe Acrobat version)

62. King County Sheriff: What We Do: Investigation are the victim of any fraud crime, please call 91-1. File a report with your localpolice or the police in the community where the identity theft took place. http://www.metrokc.gov/sheriff/what/investigations/fraud.aspx

Contact Us Business Quick Links KCSO Home ... 9-1-1 Center Investigations Patrol School Resource Officers Specialized Services King County Courthouse 516 Third Ave Room W-116 Seattle, WA 98104 TTY Relay: 711 Emergency Dial 911 Fraud and Computer Forensics Investigations Child Find Criminal Profiteering Fraud and Computer Forensics Fraud crimes are considered the fastest growing crime not only in King County but also across the United States. In fact, in 1987 the Sheriff’s Office investigated 1,393 fraud complaints; by comparison, in 2002 we investigated 3,643 complaints. The KCSO Fraud Unit projects that in 2003, over $51 million will have been lost to fraud in King County. Identity Theft and Fraud There are many ways the criminals can commit fraud. The most important thing you can do is to protect yourself. Reduce the number of cards you carry. Don't carry your social security card, birth certificate or passport, except when needed. Carefully review your credit bills for any unauthorized charges. Do not give out personal information over the phone unless you have placed the call and know the business.

63. Identity Theft, Credit Card Fraud On The Rise the losses associated with these crimes, the long a new procedure for people to reportsuspected identity theft. Still, says Gonzalez, prevention is the best bet http://www.militarymoney.com/creditworthy/1065451018

click here for more Creditworthy Identity Theft, Credit Card Fraud On The Rise By Jennifer Spinner Debt Consolidation Calculator Credit Card Pay Off Credit Assessment Identity theft and credit card fraud are the fastest growing white-collar crimes in the United States. While anyone can be a victim of these crimes, members of the Navy, Marine Corps and the other branches of the armed forces are more susceptible than the general populace. Two major contributing factors in the increase of these crimes are the rise in online credit applications over the Internet and the tremendous proliferation of credit cards. "Military members move around a lot and rely on remote access, such as the Internet, for a lot of their financial services which makes them especially vulnerable," said Felipe Gonzalez, financial educator at the Fleet and Family Support Center. "Someone can easily pull your Social Security number from your leave and earnings statement and use it to steal your identity." Identity theft occurs when someone uses your specific identifying information, such as your Social Security number, to acquire goods or services in your name. A thief can use basic personal information, along with a false address, to get credit cards and other forms of identification, such as a driver's license. When any of these events occur, an identity has been stolen. Typically, the majority of damage is done very quickly, sometimes within days, before the victim is even aware of a problem.

64. Queensland Police Service - Programmes - Crime Prevention Week invited to officially launch crime prevention Week on Business Retail theft andFraud Wednesday 6 Internet/Technology/identity theft Thursday 7 October 2004 http://www.police.qld.gov.au/pr/program/cpw/default.shtml

Access keys Skip to primary navigation Skip to secondary navigation Skip to content ... Contact us Search: About Us Programmes Regional Policing Services Online ... Qld Govt Jobs Online Programs : Crime Prevention Police Beat Program Police Beat Shopfronts Neighbourhood Police Beats Domestic Violence ... Contacts CRIME PREVENTION WEEK 2004 From Sunday to Friday, 3 - 8 October 'Prevent theft - It starts with you' 'It starts with you' is incorporated into every day of Crime Prevention Week 2004, from Sunday, October 3 to Friday, October 8 , with various events and community projects, promoting the awareness of ensuring a safer community, at home and at work. The Service's Crime Prevention Week aims to raise community awareness of crime prevention strategies and partnerships designed to promote and protect our daily living environment, and to encourage further community participation in crime prevention. Throughout the State during Crime Prevention Week, police and community groups will work together to promote different crime prevention initiatives designed to keep our communities safer. Crime Prevention Week is a great opportunity to remind everyone that there is lots of things people can do to help keep the community safer throughout the year.

65. Identity Theft And Fraud University of Texas at San Antonio. Police Department. crime PreventionBrochure. identity theft and fraud. identity theft and identity http://www.utsa.edu/utsapd/Crime_Prevent/identitytheft.htm

University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department Crime Prevention Brochure Identity Theft and Fraud Identity theft and identity fraud are terms used to refer to all types of crime in which someone wrongfully obtains and uses another person’s personal data in some way that involves fraud or deception, typically for economic gain. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America, affecting approximately 500,000 new victims each year. How Identity Theft or Fraud is Committed In public places, criminals may engage in “shoulder surfing” – watching you from a nearby location as you punch in your telephone calling card number or credit card number. Some criminals engage in ”dumpster diving” – going through your garbage cans or a commercial dumpster or trash bin – to obtain copies of your checks, credit card or bank statements, or other records that typically bear your name, address or even your telephone number. Criminals may simply steal your wallet or purse. If you have received applications for “pre-approved” credit cards in the mail, but discard them without tearing up the enclosed materials, criminals may retrieve them and try to activate the cards for their use without your knowledge.

66. LADA's Identity Theft theft and prosecuting those responsible for this crime. As with all types of fraud,however, the information explains how to Prevent identity theft and offers http://da.co.la.ca.us/cpd/idtheft.htm

Identity Theft Download Identity Theft Pamphlet Each year, identity theft – one of the fastest growing crimes in the nation – harms thousands of consumers throughout Los Angeles County. Ultimately, the identity thief aims to obtain personal information about you – your Social Security number, birth name, credit card numbers, or birth date. With this information, the identity thief can assume your identity and establish bank accounts or credit in your name, leaving you to deal with the fallout. Identity thieves also can pose as you in the commission of a crime, perhaps leaving you with a false criminal record. The District Attorney’s Office is committed to protecting the community from identity theft and prosecuting those responsible for this crime. As with all types of fraud, however, the most effective protection is a consumer’s own awareness and vigilance. The following information explains how to Prevent Identity Theft and offers Solutions For Victims . You can also download the District Attorney’s pamphlet, "Identity Theft – A Growing Concern," by clicking

67. Identity Theft Laws (Federal Crimes) intended to be used to commit the crime. works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent,deceptive FTC enters Internet, telemarketing, identity theft and other http://www.infofaq.com/fraud/credit-card/federal-crime.html

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68. Economic Crime Prevention Program about current scams and crime prevention strategies with a Speakers from the Economiccrime Unit are Exploitation of the Elderly, identity theft and Employee http://www.denverda.org/html_website/denver_da/economic_crime_prevention2.html

Rape Assistance Women's Shelter Denver Police Denver Sheriff ... Community Justice Economic Crime Prevention Courtrooms to Classrooms Crimes Against Seniors - TRIAD ... Prosecution Units Economic Crime Prevention Bill Ritter believes preventing crime is an important ally to criminal prosecution. Under the supervision of Lisa Curtis, Director of Consumer Services, the Economic Crime Unit actively educates citizens of Denver about current scams and crime prevention strategies with a focus on the elderly. Speakers from the Economic Crime Unit are available for presentations on Consumer Fraud, Financial Exploitation of the Elderly, Identity Theft and Employee Embezzlement. For more information, contact Lisa Curtis at 720-913-9178 or LLC@denverda.org

69. Identity Theft By mail identity theft Clearinghouse Federal Trade Commission an online ID theftcomplaint form Department of Public Safety, crime prevention and Community http://dpsw.usc.edu/IdentityTheft.html

IDENTITY THEFT What is Identity Theft? 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 his or her own use. In short, identity theft occurs when someone appropriates your personal information without your knowledge to commit fraud or theft. Here are some ways that identity thieves work: They open a new credit card account, using your name, date of birth, and Social Security number. When they use the credit card and don't pay the bills, the delinquent account is reported on your credit report. They call your credit card issuer and, pretending to be you, change the mailing address on your credit card account. Then, your imposter runs up charges on your account. Because your bills are being sent to the new address, you may not immediately realize there's a problem. They establish cellular phone service in your name. They open a bank account in your name and write bad checks on that account. These schemes may involve changing account information, creating fictitious transactions between unsuspecting parties, or preparing checks drawn on the valid account and that are presented using false identification. Ways to Prevent ID Theft Minimize Your Risk In the course of a busy day, you may write a check at the grocery store, charge tickets to a ball game, rent a car, mail your tax returns, call home on your cell phone, 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. Each of these transactions requires the sharing of personal information: your bank and credit card account numbers; your income, Social Security number and name, address and phone numbers, to name a few. While you can't prevent identity theft, you can minimize your risk by managing your personal information wisely.

70. Identity Theft Assistance, Prevention, Help, Information identity theft prevention Victim Assistance Center. identity theft happens whensomeone uses information from either financial fraud or some other crimes. http://www.myidfix.com/

Who We Are Policies and Terms Security Concerns FAQ ... Shipping Member of San Diego Better Business Bureau Identity Theft Prevention Guaranteed service to prevent identity theft, after one year of offering this service not a single person has become an identity theft victim! Stolen/Lost Wallet or Purse Guaranteed service to prevent identity theft if you have lost a wallet or purse, had your identification stolen or some similiar event that may place you at risk. Follow this link. Credit Monitoring Guaranteed service, if you are concerned about becoming an identity theft victim and would like to monitor your credit status for signs of fraudulent activity follow this link. Corporate Identity Theft Insurance Pending Product: Your regular corporate liability insurance probably does not cover employee identity theft liability. You may be open to a class action lawsuit even if the employee information was released without permission. Amazingly, this insurance, bundled with our corporate identity theft prevention product may be purchased after a hacking, phishing type event

71. Identity Theft - Findlaw For The Public - Criminal Law laws in most states make it a crime to misuse Get more information about IdentityTheft. fraud and related activity in connection with identification documents http://criminal.findlaw.com/crimes/a-z/identity_theft.html

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72. What Is Identity Theft? -- City Of Fullerton, CA prevention. Several cases involve instances where the identity thief was eitherarrest on another crime or cited for a traffic violation. http://www.ci.fullerton.ca.us/police/tips/identity.html

Skip Links City of Fullerton What is Identity Theft? Search for: Section: The whole city site Just this section What's New FAQs City Facts Links ... Safety Tips 237 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, CA 92832 * Phone (714) 738-6800 Hours: 7:00 to 5:30 Mon-Thu, 7:00 to 5:00 Friday Police Home Page Safety Tips Home Page What is Identity Theft? Protect your car from theft ... Guide for babysitters California Penal Code Section 530.5: Unauthorized Use of Personal Identifying Information (a) Every person who willfully obtains personal identifying information of another person, and uses that information for any unlawful purpose, including to obtain, or attempt to obtain, credit, goods, services, or medical information in the name of the other person without the consent of that person, is guilty of a public offense. Identity theft involves acquiring key pieces of someone's identifying information, such as name, address, date of birth, bank account numbers, health insurance identification number, social security number and mother's maiden name, in order to impersonate them. This information enables the identity thief to commit numerous forms of fraud which include, but are not limited to, taking over the victim's financial accounts, opening new bank accounts, purchasing automobiles, applying for loans, credit cards and social security benefits, renting apartments, and establishing services with utility and phone companies. What to do if you become a victim: Set up a folder to keep a detailed history of this crime.

73. Personal Safety Videos money, your credit, and your good name identity theft has been Now you can find outhow identity thieves work RURAL crime prevention Rural crime is on the rise http://www.crimeprevent.com/docs/personal_safety.htm

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74. City Of Austin - Financial Crime Unit (About ID Theft) TIPS The APD suggests the following crime prevention techniques to residence or businessto reduce mail theft or use data that can be used by identity thieves. http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/police/fcuabout.htm

Options Directory Departments FAQ ... e-mail Financial Crimes Unit: About Identity Theft It is important to remember that the victim of Identity Theft is a person whose identity has been fraudulently assumed by another with the intent to obtain credit, goods, or services without the victim's consent. No financial loss is necessary. Identity Theft includes the criminal assumption of someone's name, address, credit card information, driver's license, social security number and other personal data. Criminals use this information to impersonate their victims, spending as much money as they can in as short a time as possible before moving on to impersonate someone else. The victims of credit and banking fraud will usually be liable for no more than the first $50.00 of the loss. In many cases, victims will not be required to pay any part of the loss. However, victims are supposed to notify financial institutions within two days of learning of the loss, although this is often waived. Even though victims are usually not required to pay their imposters' bills, they are often left with a bad credit report and must spend months and even years regaining their financial health. In the meantime, they have difficulty writing checks, obtaining loans, renting apartments, and even getting hired. Stealing wallets used to be the best way identity thieves obtained credit card numbers and other pieces of identification. Now more sophisticated means are commonly used:

75. Shaw(fl22) - Press Release - Shaw Introduces Bill To Prevent Identity Theft--Bro is considered the fastest growing financial crime in the of reported cases of identityfraud is up Security Number Privacy and identity theft prevention Act of http://www.house.gov/shaw/pr_1997_2001/pr_052501_ssntheft.html

For Immediate Release May 25, 2001 Contact: Donna Boyer Shaw Introduces Bill to Prevent Identity Theft Broward County Sheriff’s Office reports identity fraud cases up 3,000% in the past year Washington, D.C.– Congressman Clay Shaw today introduced the Social Security Number Privacy and Identity Theft Prevention Act of 2001. The introduction of this legislation follows a hearing earlier this week in the Ways and Means Social Security Subcommittee on identity theft. “The occurrence of identity fraud against U.S. consumers has increased dramatically in recent years. Identity theft is considered the fastest growing financial crime in the country, affecting an estimated 500,000-700,000 people annually. Allegations received by the Social Security Administration’s Hotline involving potential fraudulent use of Social Security numbers for identity theft increased from 62,000 cases in fiscal year 1999 to over 90,000 in fiscal year 2000 – almost a 50 percent increase in just one year,” said Shaw. “In fact, the Sheriff’s office of Broward County, Florida, my home county, recently said that the number of reported cases of identity fraud is up 3,000% in the past year.” Last year Shaw was introduced H.R. 4857 - the “Social Security Number Privacy and Identity Theft Prevention Act of 2000." While H.R. 4857 was approved by the Committee on Ways and Means at the end of last year, it was not considered by the full House of Representatives before the end of the session, due to its referral to other Committees of jurisdiction who did not take action on the bill.

76. Wauu.DE: Society: Crime: Theft: Identity Theft csmonitor.com identity theft Consumers report a rise in this type of fraud. Discusseshow thieves get personal data and what to do to help prevent it from http://www.wauu.de/Society/Crime/Theft/Identity_Theft/

Home Society Crime Theft : Identity Theft Search DMOZ-Verzeichnis: All Categories Categories Onlye Links: 101 Identity Theft A resource for avoiding and resolving identity theft, includes reporting forms, and contact information if you are a victim. http://101-identitytheft.com Are you a victim of identity theft? Free information, resources, links and statistics on identity theft and credit card fraud. http://www.aboutidentitytheft.com Bankrate.com - 14 Tips to Avoid Identity Theft Suggestions from Frank Abagnale on reducing one's risk of identity theft. http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/advice/20030124b.asp Better Business Bureau - Stopping Identity Theft: Protecting Your Privacy Articles for consumers and businesses. http://www.bbb.org/alerts/Idtheft.asp Credit Alert - Stop Identity Bandits- Cold Identity Bandits rob you by trashing your families future borrowing ability. Stop them cold with a rock-solid customized self defense plan. http://www.wmce.net/idtheft/sales.html csmonitor.com - Identity Theft Consumers report a rise in this type of fraud. Discusses how thieves get personal data and what to do to help prevent it from happening. http://csmonitor.com/2002/0219/p17s02-wmcn.html

77. Spanish Fork City :: Identity Theft Prevention While you can t prevent identity theft, you can minimize your police or the policewhere the identity theft took place or others need proof of the crime later on http://www.spanishfork.org/dept/pubsafety/police/id_fraud.php

dqmtheme = "/themes/default"; dqmmenu_bgcolor = "#018184"; dqmhl_bgcolor = "#26999B"; Public Safety Information about Police, Fire, Ambulance, and other emergency services Police Message from the Chief Crime Prevention Tips Child Identification and Safety Kit ... Emergency Preparedness Public Safety Phone: Police Fire Ambulance Emergency Preparedness Identity Theft Identity theft is the act of stealing your good name to commit fraud. Identity Thieves Can Ruin Your Good Name. Your Identity Is a Gold Mine! Psst...Want to know a secret? A lost or stolen wallet or purse is a gold mine of information for a new kind of crook-the identity thief. Identity thieves can use information found in your wallet or purse-from credit cards, checks, your Social Security card, even health insurance cards- to establish new accounts in your name. That could create an identity crisis that can take months to detect and even longer to unravel. Facts The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports identity theft accounted for 42 percent of the consumer complaints they received in 2001. Identity theft is both time consuming and expensive to victims. The average victim spent 175 hours and an average of $800 trying to clear his or her name.

78. Federal Trade Commission - Your National Resource For ID Theft crimes? Is identity theft a crime in my state? Are there other laws thathelp prevent identity theft or that assist victims? Recovering http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft/consumertopics_bk.html

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80. Identity Theft - Prevention Measures PROTECT YOURSELF FROM identity theft! identity theft occurs when someone wrongfully uses your personal identification to obtain credit, loans, services, even rentals and mortgages in your name. They http://www.identitytheft.org/protect.htm

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM IDENTITY THEFT! Identity Theft occurs when someone wrongfully uses your personal identification to obtain credit, loans, services, even rentals and mortgages in your name. They may even commit crimes while impersonating you! Identity Theft is a frightening and overwhelming experience if it does happen to you. You may not know it is happening for months or years! It is my desire to help other people prevent the nightmare I have had to go through myself. Enclosed you will find the sample letter to send to the three credit reporting agencies. You may copy it for all three, fill in the blanks, and keep a copy for yourself. Make sure that you send it Return Receipt Requested and keep the postal receipt with your copy. I cannot guarantee that the three credit reporting agencies will honor these requests. I can tell you that I am actively working to help consumers by promoting protective legislation on the Federal and State levels. Please also know that these protective measures will not guarantee that a criminal will not get access to your credit from a "less than cautious" credit grantor. As you know, there are many ways to steal private information about you (i.e., anyone who has access to your social security number and other identifying information.) All of these offices have your information: Your doctor, accountant, lawyer, loan officer, health insurance, schools, courts, etc. A shady employee of these people could steal your identity! Remember, you don't have to lose your wallet or have it stolen to become a victim of identity theft.

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