Identity Theft

These are steps that can be taken to repair the damage done to a victim's name and credit:

• Get a copy of your credit report and check it for open accounts you did not authorize. Your credit report can be obtained from 1 of the 3 credit reporting agencies: Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian.
• Have the credit reporting agencies place a security alert on your credit report. This will make it harder for anyone to open new accounts in your name.

Additional Information

For additional information go to:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Federal Trade Commission
• TransUnion

Never give a caller your credit card, phone card, Social Security number or bank account number over the phone. It's illegal for telemarketers to ask for these numbers to verify a prize or gift.