Identity Theft

Is Taking Someone Elses Picture On Myspace Identity Theft?

my little sister created this fake myspace using the default as someone Else’s pic. the girl who owns the default picture is saying how she is gonna call the cops say that she[little sister] stole her Identity. i told my sister to delete the myspace but she refuses. will she get in any kind of [...]

Do You Think This Means The Us Dept Of Justice Doesn’t Care About Id Theft? Or Only Swift Raid Id Theft?

“Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Kennedy said the U.S. Department of Justice has directed all federal prosecutors involved in the multistate Swift raids last December to not pursue aggravated identity theft and the two-year mandatory sentence. When asked by [Judge] Cassell for a reason why the Department of Justice is offering this special “fast-track” deal, Kennedy [...]

Identity Theft For Work Purposes By Illegal Alien?

This woman (who is an illegal alien) stole my sister in law’s birth certificate for work purposes. We just found out that she is working under her social security number. What will happen to her if we report this, in terms of punishment? We live in Texas by the way.

Avoiding Id Theft?

I am very concerned about Identity theft, given my young age and excellent credit. These are the steps I have taken to insure my good name: – checked my credit report (I’m getting “free trial offers” every few months to determine the best permanent service) – called the opt-out number so I don’t get offers [...]

How Do You Run A Background Check? I May Have An Identity Theft Situation..?

While applying for a job, I was told my background check showed that I am a convicted felon in Minnesota..I’ve never BEEN to Minnesota! This really threatens me in the job market..how do I run my own background check, to see if this should be reported as identity theft? Any knowledgeable answers very much appreciated!