Identity thieves and perpetrators of fraud find many ways to access your personal information. They may:
Go through your trash or recycling bin at home, work, or the public landfill
Misrepresent themselves as working for a legitimate organization (medical office, pharmacy, government agency, charity) to try to trick you into divulging bank account numbers or other personal information
Send you emails that look like they are from your bank or another institution you trust asking for personal data
After a perpetrator has gained access to your personal data, such as your social security number, health insurance information, or bank account numbers, they can:
Drain your bank accounts or investment accounts
Run up charges using your credit cards
Apply for loans and credit cards in your name
Open accounts for utilities, new charge cards, and other items in your name
Get medical treatment or prescriptions using your health insurance
Sometimes, give your name to the police in the event of an arrest
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