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Identity Theft

Identity Theft is a serious crime. People whose identities have been stolen can spend months or years trying to clean up the mess the thieves have made of their good names. Can you completely prevent identity theft? Probably not, but you can minimize your risk by managing your personal information cautiously.

Identity Thieves use your personal information to open new credit card accounts, use existing accounts, buy cars, establish wireless phone service, open bank accounts, file for bankruptcy, create counterfeit checks, and much more.