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Sheriff`s Corner

Sheriff`s Corner

Levy Co. Sheriff`s Office

sheriff

Hi everybody. This week's Sheriff's Corner will be used to update everyone on what's going on in the world of identity theft. I remember that we have already written a column on identity theft. I have also learned that there is more information to be offered so I'd like to get that information to you.


Identity theft is a crime. It can be punishable by prison sentence and fine when the perpetrators are caught. Identity theft happens when a crook steals key pieces of personal identifying information which may include a name, address, date of birth, social security number and mother's maiden name to gain access to another persons financial accounts.


So, here are some more tips to think about now that the Holiday Season gets close. Don't leave mail in your mailbox overnight or on weekends. Always deposit your mail in U.S. Postal Service collection boxes. Tear up or shred unwanted documents that contain personal information. Be sure to review your Consumer Credit Report every year. The three you'll contact are Equifax at 800-525-6285 or www.equifax.com; Experian at 888-397-3741 and www.experian.com and lastly, Transunion at 800-680-7289 or www.transunion.com .


Here are some more things to remember. Sign your credit cards before someone else does. Memorize special numbers and passwords. Never use your birthday as a password. Always remember to pick up receipts and paperwork when you make transactions. This includes ATM machines, counters and tables. Always check expiration dates on credit cards. Contact the issuer if you don't get a replacement card before they expire. Please do the same for monthly financial statements and bills.


Lastly, you can get more information from the Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Postal Service, the U.S. Secret Service, the Department of Justice and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Also, you can contact your credit card company direct.


I really hope this never happens to you. If it does though you can of course call our office to get the ball rolling.

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