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==How do they get the information?== | ==How do they get the information?== | ||
[[File:IdentityTheftAnimation.png|link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvbxcgKRL5Q&list=UUSstQuUfC1NQphZOL_onOuw&index=28|right|thumb| | [[File:IdentityTheftAnimation.png|link=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvbxcgKRL5Q&list=UUSstQuUfC1NQphZOL_onOuw&index=28|right|thumb|300px|[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvbxcgKRL5Q&list=UUSstQuUfC1NQphZOL_onOuw&index=28 What is Identify Theft?] An animation from People's Law School that discusses identity theft and steps you can take to address the problem.]] | ||
Identity thieves can obtain your personal and financial information in a range of ways. For example, they may: | Identity thieves can obtain your personal and financial information in a range of ways. For example, they may: | ||
* Steal the information from your computer, smartphone, wallet or purse, home, or vehicle. | * Steal the information from your computer, smartphone, wallet or purse, home, or vehicle. | ||
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==Warning signs== | ==Warning signs== | ||
* You find withdrawals or transfers you didn’t make in your bank accounts. | * You find withdrawals or transfers you didn’t make in your bank accounts. | ||
* Your credit card statements show items you didn’t purchase. | * Your credit card statements show items you didn’t purchase. | ||
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* Lock your household mailbox if possible. Pick up your mail promptly. When you are away, have a trusted person pick up your mail. | * Lock your household mailbox if possible. Pick up your mail promptly. When you are away, have a trusted person pick up your mail. | ||
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==What you can do if your identity is stolen== | ==What you can do if your identity is stolen== | ||
Dealing with identity theft is time-consuming. You need support and information. This section suggests actions you can take to stop the thief and regain control of your identity documents. | Dealing with identity theft is time-consuming. You need support and information. This section suggests actions you can take to stop the thief and regain control of your identity documents. | ||
