West Virginia Protecting Minors from Identity Theft Package
Overview of this form package
The West Virginia Protecting Minors from Identity Theft Package is a comprehensive set of legal forms designed to help minors and their parents address the challenges that arise after a minor's identification is lost or stolen. This package differs from others by specifically focusing on identity theft related to minors, providing essential tools to clear their names and mitigate the potential damages caused by identity theft, such as compromised credit and fraudulent use of personal information.
Forms included 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 document
Use this form package when:
- A minor's identification has been lost or stolen.
- You discover unauthorized transactions or accounts opened in the minor's name.
- You need to notify banks, creditors, and government agencies about identity theft involving a minor.
- You want to protect a minor's credit and personal information and minimize the risk of further fraud.
Who should use this form package
- Parents or guardians of minors who have experienced identity theft.
- Minors who can legally act on their own behalf in identity theft situations.
- Anyone responsible for the financial wellbeing and identification of a minor.
Completing these forms step by step
- Review all included forms to understand their purposes.
- Gather necessary information such as identification details, theft reports, and correspondence related to the identity theft.
- Complete the forms accurately, filling in all required fields with the correct information.
- Sign and date each document as needed, ensuring compliance with any local requirements.
- Send out the completed letters to the relevant creditors, agencies, and organizations as instructed in the forms.
Notarization requirements for forms in this package
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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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to provide accurate information in the forms, which can delay the resolution process.
- Not sending forms to all necessary agencies, resulting in incomplete notifications.
- Overlooking necessary signatures or dates, which can render the forms invalid.
- Neglecting to keep copies of all correspondence and submissions for personal records.
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FAQ
Highlights: Check your child's credit reports. Consider a free security freeze. Consider a credit monitoring product. Keep your child's documents in a safe place. Don't share your child's personal information unless it's absolutely necessary.
Child identity theft occurs when someone uses a child's Social Security number to commit fraud. That might include opening credit accounts, taking out loans or applying for government benefits or a job. The crime can go undetected for years.Victims of child identity theft often discover it when they're older.
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).
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.)
Child identity theft occurs when a child's identity is compromised by fraudsters. And just like normal identity theft, once a fraudster gets their hands on a piece of personal information, the damage they can do can take years to recover from.
Self Lock helps protect you from employment-related identity fraud. Self Lock is the unique feature that lets you protect your identity in E-Verify and Self Check by placing a "lock" on your Social Security number (SSN). This helps prevent anyone else from using your SSN to try to get a job with an E-Verify employer.
Gather the needed documents. The three major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax and TransUnion) have slightly different requirements. Print out child freeze request forms. 3. Mail the request and document copies. Wait for confirmation, then store it securely.
Next, you should start by contacting your local police department. Hand your credit reports to the police and attach them to any statements.If you know the identity of the fraudster or a creditor needs a police report, then you must report the incident to the police.
No, you cannot stop someone from claiming a dependent.