California Letter Notifying Social Security Administration of Identity Theft of Minor
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If you know your Social Security information has been compromised, you can request to Block Electronic Access. This is done by calling our National 800 number (Toll Free 1-800-772-1213 or at our TTY number at 1-800-325-0778).
If you believe a thief is using your Social Security number to work or claim Social Security benefits, call the Social Security Fraud Hotline at 1-800-269-0271. Or report Social Security benefits fraud online at .
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.
Look out for notifications that a tax return has been filed under your name. Additionally, if you receive a W-2, 1099, or any other tax form from a company you've never worked for, it might mean that someone obtained your Social Security number and is using it for employment purposes.
Self Lock is the unique feature that lets you protect your identity in E-Verify and Self Check by placing a "lock" in E-Verify on your Social Security number (SSN). This helps prevent anyone else from using your SSN for an E-Verify case.
Here are six steps to complete to minimize fraud damage if you've accidentally given your Social Security number to a scammer. Check your credit report for signs of fraud. ... Freeze your credit as soon as possible. ... Report the scam to the FTC and the police. ... Report the theft to the IRS. ... Submit a Social Security fraud report.
The FTC collects complaints about identity theft from those whose identities have been stolen. You may reach the FTC's identity theft hotline toll free at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338) or visit their website at .ftc.gov/idtheft. Additional Resources: Protecting Your Social Security Number from Identity Theft.
If your child's identity has been stolen, here are some steps you can take: Contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to report the ID theft and get a recovery plan. Contact your local law enforcement and get a police report. Contact the fraud departments of companies where accounts were opened in your child's name.
