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Identity theft

NITVAN II

2016-XV-GX-K004
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2016
$1,499,027

Mobile Apps for Crime Victims and Providers Compiled by OVC

This section of the OVC site contains a list of free apps that provide information, support, and resources about various types of victimization. These apps were created by government agencies and non-profit organizations, and some apps were developed with funding support from OVC.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC): IdentityTheft.gov

IdentityTheft.gov provides a comprehensive collection of resources for identity theft victims, including information on how to know if you're a victim and what steps should be taken if your identity has been stolen.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

The FTC is the U.S. Government's central website for information about identity theft includes government reports and Congressional testimony, law enforcement updates, and consumer alerts. Victims of identity theft will find useful information on how to report identity theft and steps to protect their credit.

When Your Child's Identity is Stolen

This site provides information on how to protect your child's identity, provides information on signs that your child's identity may have been stolen, and what to do if your child is an identity theft victim.

TransUnion

TransUnion is one of the three major credit bureaus along with Equifax and Experian. Victims of identity theft and individuals who suspect they might be victims can contact the TransUnion fraud department to place a fraud alert on their credit report.

Experian

Experian is one of the three major credit bureaus along with Equifax and TransUnion. Victims of identity theft and individuals who suspect they might be victims can contact the Experian fraud department to place a fraud alert on their credit report.

Equifax

Equifax is one of the three major credit bureaus along with Experian and TransUnion. Victims of identity theft and individuals who suspect they might be victims can contact the Equifax fraud department to place a fraud alert on their credit report.

Stolen Futures: A Forum on Child Identity Theft

OVC and the Federal Trade Commission held a forum in 2011 to discuss child identity theft. Read transcripts from forum sessions which explored the nature of child identity theft—including foster care identity theft and identity theft within families—with the goal of advising parents and victims on how to prevent the crime and how to resolve child identity theft problems.

Opt Out Prescreen

Register with this website to stop unsolicited credit or insurance offers. You may also call 888-567-8688.

National Do Not Call Registry

The National Do Not Call Registry gives allows you to prevent telemarketers from calling your home with unsolicited offers.

Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Identity Theft Central

An identity thief may use your Social Security number for employment which will cause the employer to use your Social Security number to report income earned. Thieves may also file a false tax return in order claim a tax refund. This section of the IRS site provides information on the steps the agency is taking combat identity theft and protect taxpayers. If you believe you...

World Privacy Forum: Medical Identity Theft

Medical identity theft occurs when a thief gains access to your name or health insurance numbers to see a doctor, get prescription drugs, file claims with your insurance provider, or get other care. This site provides information on this crime and the steps victims can take to recover from this crime.