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Id Theft and Children
Identity Theft and Children
(Separate Website)
Child Identity Theft occurs when a child's identity is used by another person for the imposter's personal gain. This resource explores the potential impact this crime will have on a child's life from the moment of discovery and into the future.
By: Identity Theft Resource Center
Identity Theft Handbook This useful resource has a test to determine an individuals' risk to ID theft, how to reduce that risk and what to do if you become a victim of identity theft.
By: Denver District Attorneys' Office - CASE Project
Identity Theft Resource Center
(Separate Website)
This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the understanding and prevention of ID theft.
By: Identity Theft Resource Center
Fighting Back Against Identity Theft
(Separate Website)
This website is a one-stop national resource to learn about the crime of identity theft. It provides detailed information to help you deter, detect, and defend against identity theft.
By: Federal Trade Commission
If Your Social Security Number is Stolen Thieves can use your SSN to obtain credit and employment - What should you do if you're a victim? Act quickly and assertively, and keep records/copies of all contacts and reports.
By: Denver DA's Office and CASE Partnership
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Russian / Pусский
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Credit File Security Freeze Any US Citizen can put a security freeze on their credit reports. A freeze means your file can't be shared with potential creditors which can help prevent identity theft. If your files are frozen, even someone who has your name and Social Security number will not be able to get credit in your name.
By: Office of Denver District Attorney and CASE Partnership
Read this in:
Russian / Pусский
,
Spanish / Español
Consumer Protection Information for Seniors
(Separate Website)
The purpose of this resource is to help Seniors learn the red flags of fraud; recognize
when someone is trying to victimize them; learn when to say ?no? and close the door
or hang up the phone; know how to report fraud to the appropriate agencies; and empower the consumer. (The Senior Law Handbook is a project of the Colorado Bar Association's Elder Law and Trust and Estate Section.)
By: Colorado Bar Association - Senior Law Handbook
Identity Theft and the Deceased
(Separate Website)
Fact sheet with prevention and victim tips.
By: Identity Theft Resource Center
Obtain your Free Credit Report
A new federal law provides for access to free reports for individuals in all states through annualcreditreport.com.
You can obtain your credit report three times annually once from each of the 3 major credit bureaus.
By: annualcreditreport.com
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Office of Dispute Resolution
(Separate Website)
If you have a legal dispute, the Office of Dispute Resolution (ODR) may be able to help. This link will take you to their homepage. The ODR exists to establish and make available dispute resolution programs and services within the Colorado Judicial Branch.
By: Colorado Judicial Branch
OnGuard Online: Computer security and twarting identity thieves
(Separate Website)
This website provides valuable information regarding all aspects of online safety and securing your computer from identity thieves.
By: OnGuard Online
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Spanish / Español
Power Against Fraud Handbook Test your fraud IQ. Learn about the warning signs of all types of fraud and preventative measures to reduce your risk.
By: CASE Partnership - Judicial District Attorney's Office
Reducing Mail Identity Theft Mail theft is a prevalent way that thieves steal info for identity theft crimes.
By: The Office of Denver District Attorney Mitch Morrissey
Victims Initiative for Counseling, Advocacy and Restoration of the Southwest
(Separate Website)
Nonprofit organization providing direct legal assistance to victims of identity theft and financial fraud.
By: VICARS
When do you have to give your Social Security Number?
(Separate Website)
You do not have to give your social security number to any merchant who asks you for it. Please read this resource to learn what to do when you are asked for your social security number .
By: Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
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