Montana Protecting Deceased Persons from Identity Theft
What is this form package?
The Montana Protecting Deceased Persons from Identity Theft form package is designed to help families and executors manage the complex process of protecting the identity of a deceased person. This package provides essential documents that notify creditors, government agencies, and other entities about an individualâs death, while also addressing any potential identity theft that may occur posthumously. By utilizing this package, users can effectively safeguard the deceasedâs personal information and mitigate the risk of fraud, distinguishing it from other legal form packages that may not specifically cater to such cases.
Forms you’ll find in this package
- Identity Theft Contact Table
- Guide for Protecting Deceased Persons from Identity Theft
- Checklist for Remedying Identity Theft of Deceased Persons
- Letter to Membership Programs Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Report False Submission of Deceased Person's Information
- Letter to Credit Card Companies and Financial Institutions Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Credit Reporting Bureaus or Agencies Requesting Copy of Deceased Person's Credit Report and Placement of Deceased Alert
- Letter to Social Security Administration Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Creditor, Collection Agencies, Credit Issuer or Utility Company Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Insurance Company Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Department of Motor Vehicles Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Other Entities Notifying Them of Death
- Letter to Law Enforcement Notifying Them of Identity Theft of Deceased Person
Common use cases
This form package is useful in various situations, including:
- After the passing of a loved one when there is concern about potential identity theft.
- When needing to notify creditors and financial institutions to prevent unauthorized transactions.
- When preparing legal documentation to address identity theft suspicion regarding a deceased individual.
- To provide official notices to government agencies such as the Social Security Administration or the DMV.
Who can use this document
- Family members of a deceased person concerned about identity theft.
- Executors or administrators of an estate.
- Personal representatives handling the affairs of the deceased.
- Anyone needing to notify various entities of an individualâs death to prevent fraud.
Steps to complete these forms
- Review all included forms to understand each one's purpose and requirements.
- Gather necessary information, including identification details of both the deceased and any relevant financial institutions.
- Complete each form by entering the required information in the indicated fields.
- Sign and date all documents as needed to ensure their legal validity.
- Submit the completed forms to the respective entities, maintaining copies for your records.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
Notarization is not commonly needed for forms in this package. However, if your state’s laws require it, our notarization service, powered by Notarize, allows you to finalize documents online 24/7 without in-person visits.
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If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to notify all creditors and entities of the deceasedâs passing.
- Not keeping copies of submitted documents for personal records.
- Overlooking details in the forms, which can lead to incomplete notifications.
- Assuming that one notification is sufficient; multiple letters may be necessary for various organizations.
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Summary of main points
- This package is essential for protecting the identity of a deceased person.
- It includes forms for notifying various parties of a death and managing potential identity theft issues.
- Users should follow Montana's specific legal guidelines while completing the forms.
- Taking action promptly can help prevent identity theft after a loved one's passing.
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An identity thief's use of a deceased person's Social Security number may create problems for family members.Sometimes delays in reporting can provide time for identity thieves to collect enough personal information to open credit accounts or take other fraudulent actions using the deceased's information.
For joint accounts, remove the deceased's name. Report the death to Social Security by calling 800-772-1213. Contact the department of motor vehicles to cancel the deceased's driver's license, to prevent duplicates from being issued to fraudsters.
It's called ghosting, and it's both scary and surprising. Ghosting is a form of identity theft. It occurs when someone uses the personal information of a dead person, often for monetary gain. A savvy criminal can take over bank accounts, apply for new credit cards, and even file for fraudulent tax refunds.
The Social Security Administration (www.ssa.gov) does not reappoint a Social Security number to someone else after the original owner's death. The SSA estimates that there are enough new number combinations to last well into the next SEVERAL generations.
Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Report. Freeze Your Credit Report. Order Your Free Credit Reports. Buy Your Credit Reports. Monitor Your Accounts Online. Enroll in Credit Monitoring. Keep Your Social Security Number Safe. Pick Up Your Check Order.
Identity thieves can strike even after death. An identity thief's use of a deceased person's Social Security number may create problems for family members.The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains a national file of reported deaths for the purpose of paying appropriate benefits.
However, once the three nationwide credit bureaus Equifax, Experian and TransUnion are notified someone has died, their credit reports are sealed and a death notice is placed on them. That notification can happen one of two ways from the executor of the person's estate or from the Social Security Administration.
Limit the amount of personal information you share about the deceased in newspaper and online obituaries. Notify the Social Security Administration of the death. Send the IRS a copy of the death certificate so that the agency can note that the person is deceased.
In most cases, the funeral home will report the person's death to us. You should give the funeral home the deceased person's Social Security number if you want them to make the report. If you need to report a death or apply for benefits, call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).