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ID Theft Resources

Identity theft is a term used to refer to fraud that involves stealing money or getting other benefits by pretending
to be someone else. The term is relatively new and is actually a misnomer, since it is not inherently possible to
steal an identity, only to use it. The person whose identity is used can suffer various consequences when they are
held responsible for the perpetrator's actions. In many countries specific laws make it a crime to use the identity
of another person for personal gain. Even if every known precaution is taken, it can still happen to you...