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Ways You Can Prevent Identity Theft

Monday, October 30, 2006 – updated: 6:16 pm EST October 30, 2006

ATLANTA -- According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, the following are ways you can prevent identity theft from happening to you:

  • Check your credit reports at least once a year from all three credit reporting agencies.

  • When possible, do not carry your social security card with you.

  • Don’t put your social security number or driver’s license number on your checks.

  • Don’t ever give your social security number to anyone unless they have a legitimate reason for needing it.

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