Identity Theft

• Fighting Back Against Identity Theft

  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. Content Detail

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  Federal Trade Commission

• Identity Theft and Children

  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. Content Detail

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  Identity Theft Resource Center

• Identity Theft Handbook PDF

  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. Content Detail

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  Denver District Attorneys' Office - CASE Project

• Identity Theft Resource Center

  This nonprofit organization is dedicated to the understanding and prevention of ID theft. Content Detail

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  Identity Theft Resource Center

• If Your Social Security Number is Stolen PDF

  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. Content Detail

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  Denver DA's Office and CASE Partnership

  Read this in:

  Russian / Pусский

  Spanish / Español

• Consumer Protection Information for Seniors

  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. (Chapter 11 of The Senior Law Handbook is a project of the Colorado Bar Association's Elder Law and Trust and Estate Section.) Content Detail

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  Colorado Bar Association - Senior Law Handbook

• Credit File Security Freeze PDF

  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. Content Detail

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  Office of Denver District Attorney and CASE Partnership

  Read this in:

  Russian / Pусский

  Spanish / Español

• Identity Theft and the Deceased

  Fact sheet with prevention and victim tips. Content Detail

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  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. Read More

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  annualcreditreport.com

• Office of Dispute Resolution

  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. Content Detail

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  Colorado Judicial Branch

• OnGuard Online: Computer security and twarting identity thieves

  This website provides valuable information regarding all aspects of online safety and securing your computer from identity thieves. Content Detail

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  OnGuard Online

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Power Against Fraud Handbook PDF

  Test your fraud IQ. Learn about the warning signs of all types of fraud and preventative measures to reduce your risk. Content Detail

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  CASE Partnership - Judicial District Attorney's Office

• Reducing Mail Identity Theft PDF

  Mail theft is a prevalent way that thieves steal info for identity theft crimes. Content Detail

  By:

  The Office of Denver District Attorney Mitch Morrissey

• Request that the Court Waive Your Filing Fees

  You can use this online court form preparation program to complete the forms needed to request that the court waive your filing fees. Content Detail

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  Colorado Legal Services

• Victims Initiative for Counseling, Advocacy and Restoration of the Southwest

  Nonprofit organization providing direct legal assistance to victims of identity theft and financial fraud. Content Detail

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  VICARS