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What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen

 The crime needs to reported to local police and the Federal Trade Commission.  Then, close any affected bank and credit card accounts. Contact one of the 3 major credit bureaus and freeze your credit.  More information about freezing your credit can be found here. Contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit at 800-908-4490.  The IRS will provide a PIN that will be required to file tax returns or receive refunds. More information for victims of Identity Theft can be found here.      
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