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Identity theft has now become a major problem. It grows more each year and can nearly destroy people in the process. If this happens to you, you need to know how to report it. It's important that it's reported in order to solve it and keep it from happening to someone else.

Steps to Take to Report ID Theft

There are several things that you can do to report ID theft as well as protecting yourself financially as well.

Report your situation to your local police department. If they do not have the ability to help you, they can refer you to someone who can. They may also be able to direct you on who you should contact (on or in addition to this list) and how to contact them.

Inform the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). You can call their toll free number 877-IDTHEFT or access them through their web site. Make this one of your first calls as they can guide you through the rest of the process.

Report the theft to your bank and credit card companies. Close all credit card and bank account that could be affected and let your financial companies know what is going on. They are far more likely to protect you further if you let them know about the theft as quickly as possible.

Notify the Social Security Administration (SSA). By letting the SSA know that your social security number has been compromised they can evaluate if you qualify for a new number and make sure that your earnings reports are still correct.

If the theft has any potential ties to terrorism or buying or selling social security numbers, make sure you contact the Office of the Inspector General.

Contacting your credit reporting agencies is also a must. They can watch for further activity on your reports and by informing them, you are more likely to recover from this problem with your credit still intact.

If a person does not notify all of the necessary organizations they run the risk of making their situation even more complicated. Report identity theft as soon as possible to help authorities have a better chance of apprehending the people (or persons) responsible. This may help other individuals that they could have victimized after you.

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