The one thing that's unique to you is your identity. When someone else assumes your identity by stealing your social security number or other unique identifiers particular to you, your world as you know it now can turn upside down. Getting it back to normal can cost thousands of dollars and more time than you can imagine.
Take the time to review these valuable resources to protect who you are. If you are a parent, remember too that many children are now falling victim to this growing crime. Learning as much as you can and protecting your important personal information may make a big difference one day.
FTCs Deter Detect
Defend:
The Federal Trade Commission offers 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.
PA's Identity Theft Action
Plan:
Identity theft is our nation's fastest growing crime -- and one
that can do incredible damage to your finances, your credit and
your peace of mind. This Web site was created to help you prevent,
detect and respond to identity theft.
OnGuard Online Identity Theft:
Don't become identity theft's next victim. There are simple
precautions that will keep your identity safe.
Identity Theft Coach:
Tips to protect yourself from identity theft. Information is
available in English and Spanish.
Identity
Theft Newsletter:
Read our informative newsletter loaded with personal security
tips, popular scam information, and ways to protect your identity
and finances.
Loss Prevention & Security Services Department, (717) 795-5202, (800) 283-2328 ext. 5202 or email the Fraud Line
