identity theft - don't be the next victim

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  • Identity Theft Definition
    Identity theft - what is it exactly? How do I know if I'm an identity theft victim and what can I do about it if I am? How can I avoid identity theft?

    • Types of ID Theft
      There are two main types of identity theft - true name identity theft and account takeover. Discover the difference between the two.

  • How It's Done
    Identity theft involves the adoption of someone's identity for fraudulent gain. How is this done? How do the criminals get the detals?

  • Avoid ID Theft
    Identity theft. Preventionis better than cure. What steps can you take to avoid this form of fraud?

  • Detecting ID Theft
    Identity theft: How can you tell if you are a potential victim? One thing's for sure, the quicker you find out the less the financial damage will be.

  • What To Do If You're A Victim
    Identity theft is one of the fastest growing forms of fraud today. What should you do if you suspect that you ma be a victim?

  • Case Studies
    Case studies of genuine identity theft crimes. How they happened, what the consequences were and how the victim felt about it all.

    • Case Study 1
      Case studies of genuine identity theft crimes. How they happened, what the consequences were and how the victim felt about it all.

    • Case Study 2
      Case studies of genuine identity theft crimes. How they happened, what the consequences were and how the victim felt about it all.

    • Case Study 3
      Case studies of genuine identity theft crimes. How they happened, what the consequences were and how the victim felt about it all.

  • Articles
    A variety of articles covering the topic of identity theft - thefastest growing form of fraud in many countries today.

    • How to Prevent Online Identity Theft
      Identity theft: How to Prevent Online Identity Theft. An interesting article by Jim Edwards - a well known syndicated newspaper columnist and internet expert.

    • ID Theft Recovery
      Identity Theft: The Road to Recovery. An interesting article by Daryl Campbell - writer and home business owner - which offers good advice on recovering from identity theft.