Identity theft

Outwit identity theft

By korianna.c

  • What is identity theft?

    Online criminal can steal the following
    credit card information
    financial information
    License plate numbers
    They try to be viewed as someone else.
  • How does the predator start?

    How does the predator start?

    Look for exposed credit card information or
    Look for bank account information
  • What criminals use to steal identity

    What criminals use to steal identity

    Online phishing, hack records, steal mail, steal checks, try to get ATM credit card information, and hack your e-mail.

  • Why teens are more at risk for identity theft

    Information is in student ID
    Forgets to sign out of public computers
    Leave lost items in a public area
    Passwords are given away
  • What can happen if your identity is stolen

    What can happen if your identity is stolen

    Predator can set up a fake account an ruin your reputation.
    Have access to all acounts and passwords
    Purchase items online with debit or credit cards
    Use medical care
    Use passports
  • Amount of people affected by identity theft

    Amount of people affected by identity theft

    12.6 million people affected in 2012
    Most victims are 16 or older

  • What to do if your identity is stolen

    Contact credit report agency
    Contact your bank and insurance company
    File a police report
    Try to cancel any checks and all credit or debit cards