Here are some great tips from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department on how to prevent Identity theft:
LASD Offers Advice on Preventing Identity Theft
Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing types of fraud in the nation. The L.A. District Attorney says that thousands of people in L.A. County are victims of identity theft each year. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department has released these tips on how you can protect yourself from identity theft:- Identity theft starts with the misuse of your personal identifying information such as your name, Social Security number, credit card numbers, or other financial account information.