New Jersey Protecting Minors from Identity Theft Package
What this form package covers
The New Jersey Protecting Minors from Identity Theft Package is designed to provide essential forms for parents and guardians to help minors effectively deal with identity theft. This form package stands out by specifically addressing the unique challenges faced by minors when their identification is lost or stolen. It includes comprehensive documents tailored to assist in clearing a minorâs name and protecting their credit, financial assets, and job opportunities.
Documents contained in this package
- Federal Trade Commission Affidavit regarding Identity Theft
- Identity Theft Contact Table
- Guide for Protecting Minors from Identity Theft
- Letter to Credit Reporting Company or Bureau Regarding Identity Theft of Minor
- Letter to Creditors Notifying Them of Identity Theft of Minor
- Letter to Creditors Notifying Them of Identity Theft of Minor for New Accounts
- Letter Notifying Law Enforcement of Identity Theft of Minor
- Letter Notifying Postal Authorities of Identity Theft of Minor
- Letter Notifying Social Security Administration of Identity Theft of Minor
- Letter to Other Entities Notifying Them of Identity Theft of Minor
- Identity Theft Checklist for Minors
- Sample Letter for Request for Credit Report of a Minor
- Sample Letter to Report False Submission of Minor's Information
When to use this form package
This package is useful in several scenarios, including:
- When a minor's identification has been stolen or lost, leading to potential identity theft.
- When parents or guardians need to communicate with creditors and government agencies regarding unauthorized activities under a minor's name.
- When parents seek to protect their childâs credit history and financial future after identifying fraudulent activity.
Who can use this document
- Parents or guardians of minors who suspect identity theft.
- Minors who have experienced unauthorized use of their identification.
- Legal guardians seeking to take proactive steps to protect a minorâs financial interests.
Instructions for completing these forms
- Review the included forms to understand their purpose and implications.
- Complete the Federal Trade Commission Affidavit Regarding Identity Theft with accurate details.
- Prepare letters for creditors and credit reporting agencies notifying them of the identity theft.
- Organize the forms in the recommended order to streamline communications with all involved parties.
- Ensure all necessary signatures are included before submitting the forms to the appropriate agencies.
Notarization details for included forms
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include all required information in the forms, which can delay the resolution process.
- Not notifying all relevant agencies and creditors about the identity theft.
- Overlooking to keep copies of all submitted documents for personal records.
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FAQ
First, you need to check with the Social Security Administration once a year to make sure no one is using your child's SSN. Secondly, you need to check your child's credit report (free Equifax -1-800-525-6285; Experian-1-888-397-3742; TransUnion-1-800-680-7289.)
Now a child's number can more easily be used to establish a credit history. Minors are especially vulnerable because they are likely to have an unblemished credit history.In some cases, thieves get access to a child's stolen Social Security number.
Parents and legal guardians have unfettered access to their children's personal information. In many cases, a parent, a close relative, or a legal guardian might use the child's Social Security number to commandeer their identity (and clean credit history).
You may be able to have your identity theft charges dropped if: You didn't obtain use a person's information unlawfully If you did not obtain or use someone else's personal information unlawfully, you are not guilty of identity theft.
If someone steals your identity, you have the right to: create an FTC Identity Theft Report. place a one-year fraud alert on your credit report. place a seven-year extended fraud alert on your credit report.
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.
No, you cannot stop someone from claiming a dependent.
If your child is a victim of identity theft Contact the fraud departments of companies where accounts were opened in your child's name. Ask them to close the account and send you a letter of confirmation. You may need to provide a copy of your child's birth certificate and a police report.
A conviction for an identity theft crime can result in time spent in jail or prison. In general, a conviction for a misdemeanor offense can lead to up to a year in jail, while felony sentences can result in several years or more in prison.