2. Close compromised accounts Call the security or fraud department Of each company – close the account Follow up the request in writing – send supporting documents Send all correspondence to your companies by certified mail with return receipt
3. Set Fraud Alerts What is a fraud alert? Helps prevent an identity thief from opening any more accounts in your name Two types: Initial – 90 days Fraudulent accounts, credit card theft Extended – 7 years Child id theft, criminal activity
7. Contact the authorities local authorities Federal bureau Of investigation www.fbi.gov Federal trade Commission www.ftc.gov
8. File a complaint with FTC Step 1: go to the official fTC Identity theft website http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/consumers/filing-a-report.html Step 2: click on the link to file a complaint
9. File a complaint with FTC Step 3: fill out the complaint form (follow the prompts)
10. File an Identity theft report with the Police 1. Call the police department and let them know you identity has been stolen (follow their instructions) 2. If possible attach a copy of your fTC ID theft complaint 3. When finished Ask for a copy of the police report 4. Keep all records in a safe and memorable place
11. File a report with the FBI Go to the fbi website and find a local field office http://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field
16. Identity theft wrap -up Detecting identity theft Removing potential identity theft opportunities Protecting information on your computer What to do if your identity is stolen Don’t be worried, but be alert!
