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Identity Theft

Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud.

The identity thief may use your information to fraudulently apply for credit, file taxes, or get medical services. These acts can damage your credit status, and cost you time and money to restore your good name.

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Active Duty Servicemembers are More likely to Report Identity Theft than Other Adults

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Nearly three times as likely to report identity theft and that someone used a debit card or some other electronic means to take money...
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Data Breach Victim?

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A data breach victim needs the tools to help minimize the risk of being a victim of a data breach in the future. Your personal...
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Credit Freeze

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If you’re concerned about identity theft, someone gaining access to your credit report without your permission, or you’ve been notified that your personal information...
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Active Duty Alert

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Service members who deploy can place an active duty alert on their credit reports to help minimize their risk of identity theft. An active duty...
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Medical Identity Theft

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Medical identity theft is when a thief uses your name or health insurance numbers to see a doctor, get prescription drugs, even file claims...
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Medical Information is Valuable to Identity Thieves

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Your insurance and medical information are valuable to identity thieves.  Be sure to keep it safe. Be cautious if someone offers you “free” health services...
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Stimulus Payment Stolen by an ID Thief?

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Was your stimulus payment stolen by an ID Thief? If so, you can report the theft to the FTC and the IRS all at...