- 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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