61. BCSO Crime Prevention In 1997 the US Secret Service make 9,455 arrests involving identityfraud. identity theft is expanding at a rate of 50% per year. http://www.co.bexar.tx.us/BCsheriff/identity.htm

Identity Fraud The amount of information available on the Internet about you and those you know is almost unbelievable. Various companies offer services that provide address, criminal, civil, and professional history as well as a list of assets and bank account numbers. Also available are the Social Security number, last six addresses, current phone number as well as names and phone numbers of neighbors. Some large, prestigious companies offering such information include Lexis-Nexis and West Publishing Company. Identity theft involves someone using key pieces of your identifying information in order to impersonate you. The usual purpose is to acquire goods or services in your name through the use of credit or debit cards. The U.S. Postal Service agrees, calling it “one of the fastest growing robbery crimes in America.” By one industry estimate, more than 1,000 people a day in the United States fall victim to crimes of stolen identity. In 1997 the U.S. Secret Service make 9,455 arrests involving identity fraud. According to the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse there are over 400,000 thefts of identity each year with annual losses of more than $2 billion. Identity theft is expanding at a rate of 50% per year.

62. NHPD - Crime Prevention: Identity Theft TO PREVENT identity theft FROM HAPPENING TO YOU, credit card bill could mean an identitythief has Reprinted from the National crime prevention Council, www.ncpc http://cityofnewhaven.com/police/html/safety/identity_theft.htm

Recognized for Excellence in Community Policing Search NHPD The Web Auto Theft Prevention Block Watch Burglar Alarm Systems Con Games and Scams ... NHPD By District: IDENTITY THEFT In the course of the day you may write a check at the drugstore, charge tickets to a concert, rent a car, call home on your cell phone, or apply for a credit card. Chances are you don't give these routine transactions a second thought. But others may. Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, affecting half a million new victims each year. Identity theft or identity fraud is the taking of a victim's identity to obtain credit, credit cards from banks and retailers, steal money from a victim's existing accounts, apply for loans, establish accounts with utility companies, rent an apartment, file bankruptcy, or obtain a job using the victim's name. Thousands of dollars can be stolen without the victim knowing about it for months or even years. The imposter obtains your social security number, your birth date, and other identifying information such as your address and phone number. With this information and a fake driver's license, they can apply in person for instant credit or through the mail posing as you. They often claim they have moved and provide their own address. Once the first account is opened, they can continue to add to their credibility.

63. IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION/PREVENTION identity theft is the fastest growing crime in America, affecting From Victim To VictorThe identitytheft Protection And prevention Manual 8 1/2 X http://www.pimall.com/nais/bk.idt.html

From Victim To Victor The Identity-Theft Protection And Prevention Manual By Mari Frank, Attorney, Author, and Identity-Theft Victim NEW TREND IN CRIME PREVENTION AND INVESTIGATION It's Now Effecting 500,000 New Victims Each Year One In Four Americans have Been Or Will Shortly Become Another Victim. From Victim To Victor The Identity-Theft Protection And Prevention Manual By Mari Frank, Attorney, Author, and Identity-Theft Victim NEW TREND IN CRIME PREVENTION AND INVESTIGATION It's Now Effecting 500,000 New Victims Each Year One In Four Americans have Been Or Will Shortly Become Another Victim READ INTRODUCTION Identity-Theft is the fastest growing crime in America, affecting approximately 500,000 new victims each year ! For the very first time, a new comperhensive manual on how to combat and investigate Identity-Theft has been released by an attotrney at law who was a victim herself. This manual shows you exactly what to do to protect yourself in an Idenity Theft situtation and will be useful to professional investigators who get calls from people who need help. Law enforcement officers will also benefit from this material to gain insight into the Identity-Theft problem. This book will empower you with: Step by Step instructions to regain your credit, identity, and sanity.

64. Crime Prevention identity theft Describes what identity theft is and steps that can safety tips tocitizens as a prevention from becoming victims of crime when they http://www.hemetpolice.org/Crime/Prevention.htm

The Hemet Police Department offers many Safety and Security Programs to our community through our Community Services Bureau, geared toward educating the public. These programs provide informational tools to help avoid becoming a victim. Hemet Police Volunteer Rosalie Moyer is the department's Public Education Coordinator for these programs and has volunteered thousands of hours in this capacity. Moyer is also the editor of our quarterly Community Newsletter. If you would like to schedule Rosalie to speak to your social, civic or service organization in Hemet about any of our programs, please call (909) 765-2415. Some of the programs we offer are: Personal Prevention Programs HOLIDAY SAFETY - Tips for a safe and happy holiday season. ALZHEIMERS / DEMENTIA REGISTRY - Reviews the history and purpose of this voluntary program and describes the citizens who might benefit from using it. VEHICLE SECURITY - Defines the crimes and provides common sense do's and don'ts to make a vehicle less attractive to thieves and burglars. ALL ABOUT 9-1-1 - Explains the history and purpose of 9-1-1, what happens when a call is made and how to decide if this is an emergency.

65. Financial Crimes - Fairfax County, Virginia you are here homepage public safety police department crime preventionand traffic safety financial identity theft or identity fraud became a http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/police/police35i.htm

Overview Community Policing Contact Us Crime Prevention and Traffic Safety ... Emergency Management Identity Theft you are here homepage public safety police department crime prevention and traffic safety ... Protecting Yourself These offenses are very difficult to pursue and specific financial documentation required can only be obtained by the crime victim. If your credit was compromised in several different states, a Federal Agency may more appropriately investigate your case. Although the Code of Virginia Section 18.2-186.3 grants the Fairfax County Police Department authority to investigate these crimes, agencies or businesses outside of Virginia do not have to comply with our subpoena requests. In cases involving Identity Theft, it is best to alert the bank concerning the fraud. The banking institution will conduct an investigation in an attempt to determine where and how the credit application was completed. In the meantime, it is suggested that you take the following steps to alert creditors and obtain documents:

66. Financial Crimes - Fairfax County, Virginia here homepage public safety police department crime prevention and trafficsafety financial crimes credit card theft. Credit Card theft and fraud. http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/police/police35d.htm

Overview Community Policing Contact Us Crime Prevention and Traffic Safety ... Emergency Management Credit Card Theft you are here homepage public safety police department crime prevention and traffic safety ... Protecting Yourself Credit Card Theft and Fraud The crimes of Credit Card Theft and Credit Card Fraud, defined by Code of Virginia Sections 18.2-192 and 18.2-195 respectively, have become increasingly more prevalent as our society has begun to move away from paper currency as the primary method for conducting financial transactions. The criminal codes addressing credit card theft/fraud cover the use of credit cards, ATM cards, debit cards and any account number or device number used to debit an account. If you are the victim of credit card theft, credit card fraud, or if your credit card is lost, here are some things you need to know: Contact your credit card issuer as soon as possible to report the loss, theft, or fraudulent use

67. Florida Police Chiefs Association - Crime Prevention/ID Theft 2502; by mail to the identity theft Clearinghouse, Federal If an identity thief hasestablished new phone of Florida have additional crime prevention tips and http://www.fpca.com/idtheft.htm

Florida Police Links Prevention Index Home ID Theft: How to Protect Your Good Name Want to conquer your fears, prevent crime and reduce your chances of being a victim of identity theft? The Florida Police Chiefs Association asks that you take these common-sense precautions: MINIMIZE YOUR RISK Everyday transactions such as writing a check, or making a purchase with a charge card are sources of information for an identity thief. Financial transactions often require sharing of personal information (name, address, work and home phone numbers; bank and credit card account numbers; income information; and Social Security number). While the risks of identity theft can't be completely eliminated, they can be minimized by carefully managing the dissemination of personal information. Before providing or revealing personal identifying information, find out how it will be used and if it will be shared or sold to others. Ask if you have a choice regarding the use of your information and whether you can you choose to have it kept confidential. Avoid using easily available information like your mother’s maiden name, your birth date, the last four digits of your SSN or your phone number, or a series of consecutive numbers. Avoid the same information and numbers when you create a Personal Identification Number (PIN).

68. How Can You Decrease Your Risk Of Becoming A Victim Of Identity Theft? Other tips fraud and security alerts placed on credit How can I prevent becomingan identity theft victim? no one can totally prevent this crime from occurring http://www.idtheftcenter.org/html/prevention_tips.htm

Site online since January 2001 Last Update: January 24, 2003 Home P ginas en espa ol ... In The Workplace How Can You Decrease Your Risk of Becoming a Victim of Identity Theft? Identity theft is a crime in which the imposter obtains key pieces of information such as Social Security and driver's license numbers to obtain credit, merchandise and services in the name of the victim. The victim is left with a ruined credit history and the time-consuming and complicated task of regaining financial health. The imposter may even use the victim's good name for criminal activities. It is a dual crime - committed against an individual whose name and good credit history was ruined and against businesses who lost cash and merchandise. ITRC strongly believes that while it is important for consumers to take steps to decrease their risk factors, the business community must do their part as well. This crime truly begins in the acquiring, use, storage and access of information we have given to businesses and governmental agencies. Until these groups do their part, this crime will not be stopped. This guide includes the following items: Test your identity risk factor: How do thieves get my information?

69. Identity Theft By Chris E. McGoey, Identity Theft Security Expert identity theft can significantly traumatize anyone because it is your placeof-birth, the identity thief can Visit our crime prevention Tips site for other http://www.crimedoctor.com/identity.htm

identity theft, security expert, Chris McGoey, identity theft, identity fraud, ID fraud, credit cards, credit cards, ATM card Identity Theft by Chris E. McGoey, CPP, CSP, CAM the Crime Doctor Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes Identity theft can take many forms. An illegal immigrant may use you social security number and date of birth for employment purposes or to obtain a birth certificate. Imagine the confusion that can be created when the IRS wants to know why you didn't declare the extra income reported to them from someone using your name and social security number. Sometimes personal identification numbers are sold over and over to hundreds of individuals who in turn attempt to obtain bogus credit in your name or establish utility services and run up the bills. Sometimes arrested criminals will gave assumed names, DOB's, and SSN's. Innocent persons have discovered criminal records reported in their name because of misused ID. See how easy it is to explain when you are mistakenly arrested for an outstanding criminal warrant in front of family, coworkers or friends. Identity theft can take months and sometimes even years to detect and can take about the same time to correct the damage. According to the California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG) and the Privacy Rights Clearing House, victims of identity theft spend an average of 175 hours and $808 in out-of-pocket costs (not including attorney fees) to fix their wrecked credit problem. Identity theft can significantly traumatize anyone because it is unnerving to know (or not know) the extent of the

70. Identity Theft Prevention Yolo County Sheriff thief from making further use of your credit identity. and documents you send orreceive regarding the theft. Report the crime to the law enforcement agency http://www.yolocountysheriff.com/identity theft.htm

Home Administration Animal Services Civil Section ... Web Links When any individual uses any of your identifying information (name, address, social security number) to impersonate you, you have been the victim of identity theft. Identity thieves will often use another person’s information to open up credit and bank accounts, leaving their victim responsible for any debts they accrue. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in history, having risen 1400% since 1997. Estimated losses include over $1.5 billion in credit card fraud and over 500,000 victims per year. If you suspect that you are the victim of identity theft, you must act quickly in order to prevent the thief from making further use of your credit identity. Keep a detailed log of all phone conversations regarding the theft, including time and date of the conversation, what information was discussed, and to whom you were speaking. Keep copies of all letters and documents you send or receive regarding the theft. It is a good idea to send all correspondence via certified mail. Report the crime to the law enforcement agency that has jurisdiction over where you reside. Obtain a copy of your police report, as most credit card companies and banks will require a copy of this to verify your case. It is also a good idea to keep the name and telephone number of your fraud investigator on hand.

71. Florida Attorney General - Identity Theft that you may not be able to stop the fraud immediately. please contact The Officeof Statewide Prosecution, Computer crime and identity theft Unit 407 http://myfloridalegal.com/pages.nsf/4492d797dc0bd92f85256cb80055fb97/5711f9ff581

Overview Florida Attorney General Frequently Asked Questions AG Programs/Units ... Government Links Office of Statewide Prosecution IDENTITY THEFT What is Identity Theft or Identity Fraud? Identity theft or identity fraud (true name fraud) is the criminal act of taking a victim's identity for the purpose of obtaining credit, credit cards from banks and/or retailers, stealing money from the victim's existing accounts, applying for loans in the victim's name, establishing accounts with utility companies, leasing automobiles and residences, filing bankruptcy, and/or even obtaining employment. Identity thieves often steal thousands of dollars from unsuspecting victims, in the victim's own name, without the victim knowing about the fraud for months or sometimes years. Recently, identity thieves have used unsuspecting victim's identities to commit crimes ranging from traffic infractions to felonies. How Does Identity Theft Occur? All that is needed is a little information, such as your social security number, birth date, address, phone number, or any other information which can be discovered. Armed with this identifying information, and possibly a false driver's license with the identity thief's picture in place of yours, the identity thief can apply in person for instant credit, or through the mail by posing as you. Often, an identity thief will provide their own address, (claiming to have moved) in an effort to prolong the fraud. Negligent credit grantors, in their rush to issue credit, do not verify information or addresses. As such, once the imposter opens the first account, they can use this new account, along with the other identifying information, to bolster their credibility and obtain even more credit in your name. These criminal actions result in a proliferation of the fraud, and the thief is well on his/her way to getting rich and ruining your credit and good name.

72. MyFlorida.com Taxonomy crime prevention Before You Buy an Automobile; Before Intervention Programs; JuvenileOffender prevention Programs; Yourself from; Gangs; identity theft, What to Do http://taxonomy.myflorida.com/Taxonomy/Floridian/Law Enforcement & Crime Prevent

Find an Agency Contact Us Site Map First Time User ... Have you seen me? (7) Crime Prevention Before You Buy an Automobile Before You Buy a Mobile Home Domestic Violence, Legal Rights and Remedies Domestic Violence, Batterers' Intervention Programs ... Prevention Programs Contact Information Clerk of Court Offices Correctional Privatization Commission Corrections Commission Fla. Dept. of Corrections ... Trooper of the Year Safety Child Passenger Safety Driver Safety Florida Highway Patrol Safety Warnings Gun Safety, Hunters Education Program ... What Happens When You are Arrested? Victim Services Florida Attorney General Florida Department of Corrections Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Parole Commission ... Victim Services Professional Development Program Have you seen me? Missing Children Florida's Most Wanted Fugitives Prison Escapees ... THUGS Visit the State of Florida Privacy Accessibility

73. CONSUMER ALERTS - DANVERS, MA POLICE DEPARTMENT crime prevention. AND SAFETY TIPS. Nigerian Scam Continues To Thrive. NigerianFraud Email Gallery. Employment records prove ripe source for identity theft. http://www.danverspolice.com/cps16.htm

DANVERS POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME PREVENTION AND SAFETY TIPS CONSUMER ALERTS The news will appear here when the page has finished loading. If It Sounds Too Good To Be True, It Probably Is! Nigerian Scam Continues To Thrive Nigerian Fraud Email Gallery Nigerian Scam Defined The National "Do Not Call" Registry ... Foreign Lottery Scam CBS News Consumer Alert! Act now to prevent Identity Theft Trio charged in massive identity fraud National Check Fraud Center - Identity Fraud Alert! Identity Fraud One of the Fastest Growing Crimes in the Bay State ... Stolen Credit Card Database Check for unauthorized use of your credit card(s) Unwanted Telephone Marketing Calls Identity Theft Prevalence and Cost Appear To Be Growing Avoiding Internet Investment Scams Massachusetts State Board of Building Regulations and Standards Home Improvement Contractor Registration Program Is Your Contractor Registered in Massachusetts? Advanced Fee Loan Scam Information Canadian Scam Alert! It is illegal in both Canada and the United States to ask for money upfront for a loan. Also, maps of Victims in the USA Get Real.....Or Get Taken

74. HomePolice DepartmentCrime PreventionIdentity Theft Tips Home Police Department crime prevention identity theft Tips. Ronald Romano, a specialistin identity theft, recommends if you identity is stolen http://www.hoffmanestates.com/Police/pop/Identity_Theft_Tips.htm

Alerts Sex Offenders Crime Alerts Safety Alerts ... Web Site Questions Website Register Home Police Department Crime Prevention Identity Theft Tips Identity Theft Tips Here’s what Chicago Police Det. Ronald Romano, a specialist in identity theft, recommends if you identity is stolen: Immediately call the fraud units of the three credit reporting companies and ask that your file be flagged with a fraud alert. Add a victim’s statement to your report stating that your I.D. had been used to apply for credit fraudulently: Equifax Credit Information Services Inc., (888) 766-0008 Experian Information Solutions, (888) 397-3742 Trans Union, (800) 680-7289 Stop all credit cards in your name. Contact by phone and in writing all creditors with whom your name has been used fraudulently. You might be asked to fill out fraud affidavits, although no law requires these to be notarized at your own expense. Get replacement cards with new numbers for your accounts that have been used fraudulently. Report the crime to your local police department. Try to supply as much documented evidence as possible. “Keep a file on everything. If an offender is caught, it can be used for evidence in court.” Romano said. Get a copy of the report. Keep phone numbers of investigators, and supply the names to creditors who require verification of your case.

75. Identity Theft And Pretext Calling: The Basics identity theft Pretext Calling, No. 01CU-09; September 2001. identity theftPrevention, No. 00-CU-02; May 2000. Is identity theft a crime? Yes. http://www.pacul.org/icomply/fraud/idtheftbasics.htm

Home About Us Contact Us Site Map ... All Topic s Bankruptcy Board of Directors Deposit Account Compliance Lending Compliance ... Other Agencies Identity Theft and Pretext Calling: The Basics What is identity theft? Identity theft occurs when a thief takes another individual’s personal information without that person’s knowledge to commit fraud or theft. What is pretext calling? Pretext calling is the act of obtaining personal information under false pretenses. A pretext caller will contact the credit union posing as the member, in hopes of getting information like account numbers, balances, etc. Has NCUA issued any guidance on the topic? Yes, NCUA has issued two letters to credit unions regarding identity theft and pretext calling. "Identity Theft & Pretext Calling," No. 01-CU-09; September 2001. "Identity Theft Prevention," No. 00-CU-02; May 2000. NCUA has also issued an identity theft brochure , which was enclosed in the September 2001 letter to credit unions.

76. Fraud - (National Center For Victims Of Crime) Membership We Are Dedicated to Helping Victims of crime Rebuild Their Lives. TitleIdentity theft prevention Act. Title American Spirit fraud prevention Act. http://www.ncvc.org/law/in_congress/in_congress_fraud.htm

77. Helpful Links - Crimecrushers information concerning burglary, identity theft, auto theft loss prevention and internaltheft in the prevention Council lists crime prevention information for http://www.sonoma-county.org/crimecrushers/links.htm

Helpful Links Home What's New In the News Search This Site ... www.ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/pd Santa Rosa is Sonoma County's largest town and county seat. Find "prevention" on the police department's site. www.consumer.gov/idtheft crimeprevention.rutgers.edu This New Jersey site includes information concerning practical and inexpensive ways to prevent crimes. The specific crimes against businesses section consists of topics on break-ins and burglary, fraud, employee theft, robbery, shoplifting, vandalism and property damage, violence, and cargo theft. www.crimereduction.gov.uk Although this website is based in England, it is well worth the visit. Its crime prevention information contains an extensive section on retail and business crime prevention strategies. www.etheft.com www.irvingpd.com This Irving, Texas site contains basic crime prevention information concerning credit card abuse, forgery, armed robbery, and shoplifting. www.jcsd.org

78. LADA Crime Prevention & Youth Services Public Information Pamphlets Website Pamphlet Explains what identity theft is and offers prevention techniquesand the District Attorney's law-related crime prevention program for http://da.co.la.ca.us/cpys/pip.htm

Public Information Pamphlets The District Attorney's Office produces a wide range of pamphlets to inform the public of the office's functions and responsibilities, services available, and crime prevention tips. Most pamphlets are printed in English on one side and Spanish on the reverse. To request any of the following pamphlets, call (213) 974-7401. You can also download the pamphlets by clicking on their links. Abolish Chronic Truancy Website Pamphlet Description of the District Attorney's ACT program. Aids Testing Notification Pamphlet Explains the right of sexual assault victims to have their attacker tested for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases. Bad Check Enforcement Website Pamphlet English Spanish Explains the District Attorney's program to obtain restitution from bad check writers for businesses and individuals. Child Abuse Website Pamphlet Child Abuse Reporting Website Pamphlet Defines child abuse and who, when, how, and where abuse is to be reported.

79. Web Address Change Judiciary, US Senate); identity theft The crime of the The Department of Justice'sRole in identity theft Enforcement and prevention (US Department http://www.louisville.edu/library/ekstrom/govpubs/subjects/privacy/identity.html

Web address change: http://library.louisville.edu/government/subjects/privacy/identity.html This page will cease as of September 1, 2003. Please change your bookmarks to the new web address.

80. Crime Prevention Seminars INDIVIDUAL crime prevention SEMINARS Definitionof identity theft, how it is Scams, ID theft prevention, How http://www.co.dodge.mn.us/html/sheriff/crime_prevention_seminars.html

Home Departments Telephone Directory Dodge County Sheriff's Office Crime Prevention Seminars INDIVIDUAL CRIME PREVENTION SEMINARS (approx. 60-90 minutes) This seminar covers a wide variety of frauds and scams: definition of frauds and scams, statistics about typical suspect, ATM scam, fraud prevention, how your wallet can hurt you, what to do if you become a victim of fraud, credit card fraud and how to prevent it, credit card phone scams, telemarketing fraud and tips for prevention, home improvement scams, West African letter scams, contest and sweepstakes scams, pigeon drop, fraudulent health and medical products, charitable solicitation fraud, Question and Answer time. Personal Safety (approx. 60-90 minutes) This seminar is a general personal safety seminar for all audiences. Seminar Covers: victim profile and what they look for, safety at home, safety in your vehicle, road rage, what to do if you car breaks down, personal safety at work, out of office calls, words about weapons, hotel/motel/resort safety, drugs and Gangs. One of the following two videos is used within this seminar depending on the audience: "Senior Alert Safety" (Safety Tips for Seniors) and "Be on the Safe Side" (Safety tips for all adults)

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