Identity theft is a difficult and complex crime. It not only affects people on a financial level, but also on an emotional level. Our office understands the frustration, anger and fears that identity theft victims experience and will work to help you prevent becoming a victim of this ever-growing problem. If you are already a victim, we will work with you and any federal agencies to assist in a quick resolution so that you may begin rebuilding your financial and personal life once again.


Online Information & Links

www.consumer.gov/idtheft
The Federal Trade Commission maintains this site and it is full of good
information. You should register the identity theft with them. You can
reach them toll-free: 1-877-IDTHEFT. The FTC keeps a database of identity
theft crimes reported to them. The statistics they collect are helping to
force legislators take this crime seriously. The FTC also works with law
enforcement to link cases and find imposters who may be repeating this
crime in other locations.

www.scambusters.org
For up-to-date information on scams.

www.bbb.org
Check out a business or a possible scam with the Better Business Bureau.


Credit Reporting Agencies

TransUnion: 800-888-4213
www.tuc.com
To report fraud: 800-680-7289 
TDD-877-553-7803

Experian: 888-EXPERIAN
www.experian.com
To report fraud: 888-397-3742
TDD-800-972-0322

Equifax: 800-997-2493
www.equifax.com 
To report fraud: 800-525-6285 
Hearing impaired: Call 1-800-255-0056
AT&T hearing impaired line. Ask the operator to call the Auto Disclosure Line at 1-800-685-1111 to obtain a copy of your report. To dispute information or report a fraud, call the dispute 800# located on the top of your credit report.