By: Sharon Mitchell

Sharon Mitchell — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 20:54:38 +0000

All of the above scenarios are true in regards to what identity theft looks like. There are also other situations, such as, falsification of documents within the judicial and law enforcement system. Individuals need to also be aware of keeping on top of the public information that is out there in their name. Something as simple as a speeding ticket, can be technologically manipulated. Law suits can be brought by stating that individual did not appear in court. Law suits that are stamped and not signed by judges, but reported to the individuals credit identity. Tax situations can be interrupted by stating that the individuals did not send in their taxes. These are situations from the view point of someone who has experienced this type of situation. Withholding of information, including phone records, bank records, credit report records (have you tried to speak to a live person at Experien lately?) can all fall within this process. Identity theft, according to the Federal Trade Commission impacts 10 million people every year, and unless we get a handle on what exactly is causing these situations, that number is only going to maintain or increase. The crime will evolve as technology and the wrong doers become more knowledgable about what they can get away with. If you would like to take a stand, please visit: Kansas Attorney General: Stand for the people whose personal information has been compromised

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By: Sharon Mitchell