Identity Theft Action Kit

Use this form to record the steps you've taken to report the fraudulent use of your identity. Keep this list in a safe place for reference.  Click here for a printer-friendly copy of the form.

Credit Bureaus - Report Fraud

Request a "fraud alert" be placed in your file, and a victim's statement asking that creditors call you before opening any new accounts or changing your existing accounts.  Ask for a free copy (if inaccurate due to fraud.)  Ask that  inquiries related to the fraud be removed.  Order reports again in 2-3 months to check for new activity.

Bureau Phone Number Date Contacted Contact Person Comments
Equifax 1-800-525-6285 : : :
Experian 1-888-397-3742 : : :
Trans Union 1-800-680-7289 : : :

Banks, Credit Card Issurers and Other Creditors

Contact each creditor promptly, then follow-up with a letter to protect your legal rights.  Check for fraudulent charges and or changes-of-address. Close the accounts that have been compromised and open new ones, being sure to use different, non-obvious, Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) and passwords. 

Creditor Address and Phone Date Contacted Contact Person Comments
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Law Enforcement Authorities - Report Identity Theft

File a police report and get a copy of it to use as proof of the crime when dealing with creditors.  Also contact the FTC with their special phone number, or via their online ID theft form at https://www.ftc.gov/ftc/idtheftform.htm

Agency/Dept Phone Number Date Contacted Contact Person Report # Comments
The FTC 1-877-IDTHEFT : : : :
Local police : : : : :
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Stolen checks - Stop Payment

Also contact check verification companies:

Agency/Dept Phone Number Date Contacted Contact Person Comments
Telecheck 1-800-710-9898 : : :
International Check Services 1-800-631-9656 : : :
Equifax 1-800-437-5120 : : :

 

Other Needs of Identity Theft Victims

Problem Contact
Removing fraudulent phone charges (within your state.)

State Public Utility Commission
Long-distance and cellular providers. http://www.fcc.gov/ccb/enforce/complaints.html or 1-888-CALL-FCC
Fraudulent use of your SSN to apply for a job. Social Security Administration Fraud Hotline: 1-800-269-0271.
Misuse of your name or SSN to get a driver's license or ID State Department of Motor Vehicles
Someone has filed bankruptcy in your name. http://www.usdoj.gov/ust/ustofc.htm
 

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