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Identity theft happens when your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, current or previous addresses, is stolen and used by someone else to impersonate you. Identity theft can take place whether a victim is alive or deceased.

Rather than stealing existing credit card details, a criminal may instead apply for new credit in someone else's name. They do this by using the victim's personal information, such as their full name, date of birth, address, and Social Security Number.

The details you'll need to provide on the affidavit include: Whether any personal information in your credit report is incorrect due to identity fraud. Whether any new accounts or inquiries were listed in your credit reports due to identity fraud. Specifics about fraudulently opened accounts.

Identity theft happens when your personal information, such as your name, date of birth, current or previous addresses, is stolen and used by someone else to impersonate you. Identity theft can take place whether a victim is alive or deceased.

Dear Sir or Madam: I am a victim of identity theft. I recently learned that my personal information was used to open an account at your company. I did not open or authorize this account, and I therefore request that it be closed immediately.

Mississippi Code Title 97. Crimes § 97-45-19. (1) A person shall not obtain or attempt to obtain personal identity information of another person with the intent to unlawfully use that information for any of the following purposes without that person's authorization: (a) To obtain financial credit.

Keep things like your birth certificate, Social Security card, and account statements in a safe place. Shred papers with personal information on them before you throw them away. Don't give your Social Security number to someone who calls, texts, or emails you.

Furnish as much documentation as you can to prove your case. Debt collection letters, credit reports, a copy of your printed ID Theft Complaint, and other evidence of fraudulent activity can help demonstrate the legitimacy of your case.

You typically don't need an identity theft affidavit to report identity fraud. You may choose to contact companies such as your bank and credit card issuers yourself, and you also have the right to dispute credit report information if you find what you believe to be fraudulent accounts or information on your reports.