1.What are several methods that crocks use to steal your identity?
By impersonating you, the skilled thief can steal thousands of dollars in the victim’s name without being discovered for months or even years. [ Here are some of the ways thieves use your stolen identity:
With a counterfeit ATM card or debit card thieves could withdraw everything from your bank account.
Identity thieves could open a bank account in your name and write bad checks.
Identity thieves could take out a loan or a mortgage in your name.
Identity thieves might take a job using your social security number.
Identity thieves may open a new phone or store account in your name, or run up
charges on your existing account.
Identity thieves might use your ID to get medical treatment.
Identity thieves may get a driver's license issued in your name but with their picture.
If they are arrested, they may give your personal information to police. When they skip bail and leave town, a warrant for arrest would be issued in your name. ]
