Identity Theft

ID Theft Prevention Checklist:

• Check your credit report annually
• Review your bills and statements on a regular basis
• Guard your mail and trash from theft
• Use caution when giving out personal information
• Copy the contents of your wallet or purse
• Report lost or stolen checks or credit cards immediately

If you believe you're a victim of identity theft:

1. Contact the fraud departments of the three major credit bureaus:
     Equifax:         1-800-525-6285
     Experian:       1-800-397-3742
     TransUnion:   1-800-680-7289
2. Notify your financial institution
3. Inform your credit issuers
4. File a police report with your local law enforcement

For additional information and advice, call the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Identity Theft Hotline toll-free at 1-877-IDTHEFT (438-4338) or visit their ID Theft Website at www.ftc.gov/idtheft.