Identity Theft

The 2007 Identity Fraud Survey Report, released by Javelin Strategy & Research as an update to the Javelin 2006 Identity Fraud Survey Report and the Federal Trade Comission's (FTC) 2003 Identity Theft Report, reports that in 2007 nearly 8.4 million Americans were victims of identity theft.  Identity theft occurs when someone uses another person's personal information such as name, Social Security number, driver's license number, credit card number or other identifying information to take on that person's identity in order to commit fraud or other crimes.

Protecting Yourself

Want to know what steps you can take to guard against theft of your identity?  See Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft.

Got Suspicion or Notice of Data Breach?

Did you receive a Data Breach Notice or do you suspect that your personal information has been exposed?  Wondering what to do?  See Dealing with Suspicion or Notice of Data Breach.

My Identity Was Stolen

Do you have evidence that someone used your identity without your permission?  See What to Do If Your Identity Was Stolen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need answers to other common identity theft questions?  See our FAQ.