Virginia Protecting Deceased Persons from Identity Theft
What is this form package?
The Virginia Protecting Deceased Persons from Identity Theft form package provides essential documents designed to safeguard the identifying information of a deceased individual and address any potential identity theft. This package differs from other legal form packages by specifically targeting the unique challenges that arise after a person's death, including notifying creditors and agencies about the passing and protecting the deceased's identity from misuse.
Forms included 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
When this form package is needed
This form package is useful in several real-world situations, including:
- Your loved one has passed away, and you suspect that their identity may be at risk.
- You need to notify financial institutions, creditors, and government agencies of a deceased individual's death.
- You are dealing with fraudulent activities related to the deceased person's identity.
- You need to take proactive steps to prevent identity theft in the future.
Who needs this form package
- Survivors and family members of a deceased person.
- Executors or administrators managing the estate of the deceased.
- Individuals responsible for the financial affairs of a passed family member.
- Any person seeking to protect the identity and financial legacy of a deceased individual.
How to prepare this document
- Review all included forms and documents carefully.
- Gather necessary information regarding the deceased, including their full name, date of birth, and date of death.
- Identify all entities that need to be notified of the death, such as creditors and government agencies.
- Complete each form by entering the required details clearly.
- Send the completed notifications promptly to the relevant organizations.
- Keep copies of all correspondence for your records.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
Forms in this package typically do not require notarization. However, certain states or document types may still need it. US Legal Forms provides online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for your convenience.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to notify all relevant agencies and creditors.
- Not keeping copies of all correspondence sent to entities.
- Delaying notifications, which can lead to further identity theft issues.
- Inaccurately filling out forms, which can cause unnecessary complications.
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Legal use & context
- The forms provided are intended for use in Virginia and must comply with state laws.
- Utilizing these forms helps ensure adherence to legal obligations when notifying about a death.
- Proper use of these forms can significantly reduce the risk of identity theft of a deceased person.
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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.
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.
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.
What happens to your Social Security number after you die? The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains a national file of reported deaths for the purpose of paying appropriate benefits.The SSA generally receives reports of death from a family member or a funeral home.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What is the first step in protecting yourself from identity theft? Never provide personal data about yourself unless absolutely necessary.
