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Identity theft hits Main Line 01 Apr 2005 By Diane M. Fiske. Identity fraud is keeping Main Line police busy and hitting businesses where it hurts, on the bottom line. One ... Wayne Suburban Newspapers, Is identity theft inevitable? 01 Apr 2005 Indeed, legislation that centralizes the government's sizeable burden of dealing with identity fraud is all well and good, but it misses the mark completely. ... CNET News.com US regulators take action over ID theft 01 Apr 2005 ...if that would interfere with a criminal investigation but they must still notify their primary federal regulator of suspected identity fraud, even if customers ... Register, Microsoft sues 117 phishing websites 01 Apr 2005 ...said. Most often, when criminals trick consumers into handing over their information, the details are used to commit identity fraud. ... Silicon.com, Georgia Lawmakers Pass Demand for Voter Photo ID 01 Apr 2005 ...secretary of state in Indiana, one state where a voter identification measure has been under consideration, could point to an allegation of voter identity fraud ... New York Times UC Berkeley Security Breach Coughs Up SSNs for 100,000 People in ... 01 Apr 2005 The report also maintained that the majority of identity fraud is caused by more traditional methods, like perpetrators’ outright stealing your SSN and ... Techworthy, Newly released spec for US government ID detailed at March's ... 01 Apr 2005 It was a very condensed one-page document, non-technological, but providing for a credential strongly resistant to identity fraud, rapidly authenticated ... Contactless News (press release), Stolen pit bull found 01 Apr 2005 She remains in jail on a no-bail hold. Morris said officers also discovered evidence of what appears to be a check and identity fraud operation in her home. ... Sacramento Bee, New Equifax Credit Watch Service Monitors All Three Major Credit ... Mar 31, 2005 ...can help eliminate consumers' blindsides to fraud," according to Javelin's recent report, entitled "Credit Monitoring and Identity Fraud Insurance: What Do ... PR Newswire (press release) Most Britons 'fear falling victim to identity fraud' Mar 2, 2005 Which?, formerly the Consumers’ Association, has found that two thirds of people are worried about identity fraud which, for victims, can be a harrowing ... Times Online, Police smash huge identity fraud ring Mar 11, 2005 ...and are investigating "1000 possible suspects" after seizing thousands of fake credit cards, passports and NSW driver's licences in a large identity fraud bust ... Sydney Morning Herald (subscription), Identity fraud ring smashed: police Mar 10, 2005 ...and blank Australian Tax Office cheques have been seized by federal and New South Wales police in raids in Sydney on a suspected identity fraud syndicate. ... NEWS.com.au, Identity fraud rising in the UK Mar 3, 2005 A quarter of British adults have had their identity stolen or know someone who has been a victim of identity fraud, a survey by consumer watchdog Which? ... 4ni.co.uk, Identity fraud: Time to wise up and start taking responsibility ... Mar 4, 2005 The frustrating thing about identity fraud is that it is so easy to commit because people do not take sensible precautions when on the Internet. ... Online Recruitment, Hundreds fall victim to identity fraud Mar 2, 2005 BEN KENDALL 03 March 2005 07:00 Hundreds of people in East Anglia fall victim to identity scams each month and many are losing up to £20,000 a time, according ... Norfolk Eastern Daily Press, Datawatch has the solution to combat Identity Fraud! Mar 9, 2005 ...growing crimes in the UK. Identity fraud costs the country an estimated £1.3 billion a year. ID thieves’ access accounts, run ... SourceWire (press release), Local woman arrested on charges of identity fraud Mar 11, 2005 A Highland County woman was arrested Thursday on felony charges of identity fraud and misuse of credit cards. Tanya D. Hargett, 34 ... Hillsboro Times Gazette, Equipment seized in ID fraud bust Identity Crime Task Force ICTF Mar 13, 2005 Computer equipment and identity documents have been seized in Sydney as part of police investigations into a large identity fraud syndicate. ... PC Authority, Fifth charged with identity fraud plead guilty Mar 2, 2005 GULFPORT, Miss. - Four Mexican men and a Pascagoula resident have pleaded guilty to identity fraud charges in federal court. Eleazar ... SunHerald.com, Man charged following identity fraud raids Mar 10, 2005 After a two-month investigation, state and federal officers conducted a series of raids on properties in Sydney's west during the week. ... ABC Online, Identity Theft and the ISO/MLS Mar 28, 2005 July 12, 2004, issue 04:07:01). However, the "2005 Identity Fraud Survey Report," released on Jan. 26 by the BBB, shows that more ... Green Sheet Ex-DMV manager guilty in identity-fraud case Mar 4, 2005 A former DMV office manager in Henrico County has pleaded guilty to federal identity-fraud charges. Betty Mae Wood, 52, of Amelia ... Richmond Times Dispatch, ARAMARK cashier arrested for identity theft, fraud Mar 9, 2005 ...the stolen cards. Draughn was charged with two counts of financial card theft and 23 counts of financial identity fraud. She was ... The East Carolinian We escape worst of identity fraud Mar 4, 2005 ...by Mark Oliphant. A new report states that a quarter of UK adults have been victims of identity theft or know someone who has suffered such fraud. ... Guernsey Weekly Press, Identity Cards Mar 29, 2005 ...has resulted in vast amounts of data about individuals being retained by the state and its arms, and by the same token has led to the growth of 'identity fraud ... Politics.co.uk, Laptop theft causes identity fraud worry Mar 29, 2005 By Michael Liedtke. SAN FRANCISCO -- A thief recently walked into a University of California, Berkeley office and stole a computer ... Daily Breeze, Identity theft fears spark shredder sales Mar 31, 2005 SECURITY conscious Worcester residents have responded to national fears over the growth in identity fraud by taking to the shops in their droves to buy ... Worcester Standard, Payment providers combat online gaming industry age problems Mar 29, 2005 Gavin Breeze, Business Development Director, DataCash, said: “Identity fraud related crimes constitute the UK’s fastest growing criminal activity and look ... Online Casino News Identity fraud swoop nets alleged leader Mar 10, 2005 A man accused of being the leader of an identity crime syndicate has been arrested by federal and NSW police in Sydney. Gian Hua ... Age (subscription), Datawatch has the solution to combat identity fraud! Mar 9, 2005 ...fraud, which is one of the fastest growing crimes in the UK. Identity fraud costs the country an estimated £1.3 billion a year. ... Creditman, School ID number plan could lead to fraud Mar 24, 2005 A national plan to introduce student identification numbers for Australia's three million school students could put them at risk to identity fraud, a civil ... Daily Telegraph, Phishing: The new face of fraud Mar 21, 2005 ...fraud losses. A phone survey released in January found that 1.7 percent of all identity-fraud cases could be traced to phishing. The ... Seattle Times New research shows that identity theft is more prevalent offline ... Mar 20, 2005 One surprising finding: in half of the cases where the perpetrator is known, identity fraud is committed by someone close to the victim. ... Portalino, Identity checks combat malware Mar 29, 2005 Phishing attacks and other types of identity fraud mean simple passwords and even chip and PIN security for credit cards may soon be a thing of the past. ... VNUNet.com, Protect yourself from "Phishing" Scams Mar 29, 2005 Once the criminal has this type of information, they can gain access to the victims bank accounts or engage in various forms of identity fraud. ... Digital Home, Tisei: Protecting yourself from identity theft Mar 16, 2005 ...employees. Although those are two national examples of identity fraud, this is also a very serious concern here in Massachusetts. ... Wakefield Observer, A $53 billion fraud epidemic Feb 27, 2005 They can explain identity fraud's many incarnations, such as the alert earlier this month about computer hackers invading a Georgia company's databases and ... Ventura County Star (subscription), Arrest Reports Mar 30, 2005 Identity fraud, forgery. • Walter Wayne Bass, 26, of 910 Meadowlands Drive in Fayetteville was arrested Monday on felony charges ... Northwest Arkansas Times, Nurse may have used position for fraud Mar 25, 2005 A Randolph County nurse charged with 29 counts of financial identity fraud may have used her position as a diabetes instructor at a hospital to find her victims ... Winston-Salem Journal, Monitor Web Sites Without Visiting Mar 30, 2005 Because junk e-mail can also bring identity-fraud scams and malicious attachments, a spam filter for your e-mail program is also helpful. ... New York Times Are you at risk? Test lets you know Mar 18, 2005 The illuminating quiz is based on findings in the 2005 Identity Fraud Survey Report conducted by Javelin Strategy & Research, a Pleasanton, Calif.-based ... The Free Lance-Star, Brand security event brings product piracy into focus Mar 30, 2005 ...those concerned. Identity fraud and concern over the effects of counterfeit pharmaceuticals are illustrations of this.�. The PISEC ... NutraIngredients.com, Avon Police Chief Peter Agnesi addresses public safety issues Mar 31, 2005 Internet and identity fraud has become a primary concern in the business community, and Agnesi explained the latest efforts in fighting this trend, including ... Farmington Valley Post, Bill aims to wipe clean the old records of white-collar criminals Mar 30, 2005 White-collar crimes would include counterfeiting, larceny, embezzlement, obtaining property fraudulently, financial identity fraud, forgery and computer ... New Bern Sun Journal, Too Good To be true Mar 23, 2005 ...tariff. But what is worrying the British government most is identity fraud, which is arguably the biggest financial crime it faces. ... Newswatch, Is Speaker Verification set to become the most reliable form of ... Mar 17, 2005 Ro Iyengar, Managing Director of VeCommerce in the UK, said: “Identity fraud is one of the fastest growing ‘types’ of crime in the world. ... SourceWire (press release), State plans student IDs Mar 25, 2005 A NATIONAL plan to introduce student identification numbers for Australias three million school students could put them at risk of identity fraud, a civil ... Wodonga Border Mail, Multiple charges brought in bank fraud investigation Mar 4, 2005 Identity fraud is becoming one of the fastest growing crimes in Britain. A survey by Which? magazine revealed yesterday that 25% of ... 4ni.co.uk, Industry Update Mar 18, 2005 According to research from ID Analytics Inc., "synthetic identity fraud," fraud in which the identity is fabricated, is becoming the new identity fraud ... Green Sheet Arrest Reports Mar 26, 2005 Arrested for identity fraud. • Melissa Jo Broadhurst, 30, of 1580 Burr Oak No. 6 in Fayetteville was arrested Thursday on felony ... Northwest Arkansas Times, Expert: Better ID checks won't beat fraud Mar 15, 2005 Plans to bolster online security with code-generating doodads, fingerprint readers or smart cards are not likely to solve the identity fraud problems currently ... ZDNet Stop, thief Mar 1, 2005 ..."In response to the heightened risk of identity fraud, 41 per cent of survey respondents had taken enhanced measures to confirm the identity of suppliers ... Sydney Morning Herald (subscription), New Service to Put ID Protection in Your Hands Mar 11, 2005 By many accounts, such as the FTC and Gartner, between nine million and 10 million consumers were victims of identity fraud in 2004. ... InternetNews.com What’s in a name? Mar 4, 2005 Identity fraud is costing the UK more than £1.3bn a year, according to official figures, and projections from Capital One Bank suggest that by the end of 2005 ... Financial Times, Purloined Lives Mar 17, 2005 Companies that compile consumer data often argue that the threat of identity fraud linked to computer databases and the Internet has been overstated. ... Spartanburg Herald Journal (subscription), My identity was stolen Mar 9, 2005 Email us with your stories about identity fraud at editor@thisismoney.co.uk. ... magazine, one in ten Britons has fallen victim to identity fraud. ... This is Money, Diversity Mongers Target the Web Mar 30, 2005 ...orientation. A mismatch between the diversity tattoo on a site and its content could trigger a federal audit to track down identity fraud. ... National Review Online Identity thieves will spend what you can’t afford Mar 24, 2005 But she has had trouble getting new department store credit cards because of the scars left on her record from identity fraud. She ... Johnson County Daily Journal, Identity Crisis Mar 3, 2005 ...country. UK identity fraud grew by a staggering 20% last year, according to new figures from CIFAS, the UK’s fraud prevention agency. ... Scotsman, Bills requiring data firms to disclose thefts introduced in the ... Mar 28, 2005 It also would require the brokers to track who is requesting and receiving consumer information and require procedures to detect and prevent identity fraud. Palm Beach Post, eTelcharge.com Announces Break of Day Design as its Advertising ... Mar 30, 2005 Designed to reduce the risk of identity fraud and identity theft by providing an Internet credit option for online shoppers to charge items sold over the ... PrimeZone (press release), Thwarting ID Theft, Part 2: What If You're a Victim? Mar 11, 2005 Overall, 75 percent of identity fraud victims are 18 to 49 years old. It’s not nearly as common among people age 50 or higher. ... FOX News Trillian flaw highlights IM security threat Mar 29, 2005 Once armed with that information, criminals could potentially target affected individuals for identity fraud through actions such as accessing their Yahoo ... ZDNet UK, Randolph Authorities Say ID Theft Suspect In Custody Mar 30, 2005 A woman charged in Randolph County's largest identity theft scheme has turned herself in to authorities. Susan White faces 29 counts of identity fraud. ... WXii 12.com, Confront Our Vulnerability Mar 27, 2005 Identity fraud is rampant, but too many sectors of American society still don't accept that it's a serious and potentially debilitating problem. ... Sun-Sentinel.com, Washington state news briefs Mar 25, 2005 ...returned by a federal grand jury in Seattle last month charged him with conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud, mail and wire fraud and identity fraud. ... kgw.com (subscription), Northwest Arkansas crime report Mar 30, 2005 Walter Wayne Bass, 26, was arrested on charges of second-degree forgery and financial identity fraud. A man at 2979 S. College Ave. ... Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription), Wanted man caught after car, foot chase, gunshot, police say Mar 30, 2005 Sgt. Shannon Gabbard. The warrants accuse Padilla of drug crimes in Crawford County and identity fraud in Little Rock. Fayetteville ... Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription), ID fraud costs UK £1.3bn a year Mar 2, 2005 Identity fraud, one of the fastest-growing crimes in the UK, costs the country an estimated £1.3 billion a year and is a cause of concern to two thirds of ... This is London, ID fraud rife in the UK - Which? Mar 3, 2005 The Consumers' Association magazine reckons identity fraud is the country's fastest growing crime, costing the economy an estimated £1.3bn a year. ... Register, Banks turn away as scams flourish Mar 10, 2005 Identity fraud was always predicted to be a crime that would boom in the early 21st Century, and now we have some evidence that shows it on the up. ... Techworld.com, ID fraud hits consumers for £1.3bn Mar 3, 2005 A survey by the organisation revealed that around one in ten people in Britain have been a victim of identity fraud and another 15 per cent of people know ... MyFinances.co.uk, Police arrest 28 in £2m ID fraud inquiry Mar 3, 2005 ...police. The raids coincided with a survey by Which? magazine which claimed identity fraud was the UK's fastest growing crime. One ... The Herald, Avoid ID Fraud Mar 5, 2005 Identity fraud, one of the fastest-growing crimes in the UK, costs the country an estimated £1.3 billion a year according to a 2002 Government survey and is a ... 50 Connect, NW Arkansas crime report Mar 27, 2005 Jena Guzman, 25, was arrested on a charge of theft of property. Barbara Pixley, 53, was arrested on a charge of financial identity fraud. ... Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (subscription), Local Digest 3 robberies probed; man, 21, arrested Mar 27, 2005 A 50-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Seattle last month charged him with conspiracy, mail and wire fraud and identity fraud. ... Seattle Times Identix Receives New Purchase Orders Valued at Approximately ... Mar 29, 2005 Identix products are used to conduct background checks, speed travel and commerce via secure identification documents, prevent identity fraud in large-scale ... Business Wire (press release), Citi Cards offers free identity theft service to UK consumers Mar 15, 2005 Identity theft is also believed to be one of the fastest growing frauds in the UK, with a 45% annual increase in identity fraud in 2003 as reported by UK ... Computer Business Review, Randolph nurse accused of identity theft Mar 25, 2005 ASHEBORO, NC - A Randolph County nurse charged with 29 counts of financial identity fraud may have used her position as a diabetes instructor at a hospital to ... Winston-Salem Journal, Randolph Nurse Accused Of Identity Theft Mar 25, 2005 ASHEBORO, NC -- Authorities have charged a Randolph County nurse with 29 counts of financial identity fraud. Sheriff Litchard Hurley ... WRAL.com, Randolph Nurse Accused of Identity Theft Mar 25, 2005 By The Associated Press. (03/25/05 - ASHEBORO) — A Randolph County nurse charged with 29 counts of financial identity fraud may have used her position as a ... WTVD, UK wide open to identity theft Mar 24, 2005 ...bank account in their names. The Home Office estimates that 10,000 people in the UK were the victims of identity fraud last year. What PC?, Londoners suffer card fraud boom Mar 7, 2005 Losses incurred by counterfeit cards were up 30% to £48.8m . Internet and phone-based fraud was 28% higher at £25.8m, and the cost of identity fraud rose 22 ... This is London, London's card fraud boom Mar 7, 2005 Internet. and phone-based fraud was 28 per cent higher at £25.8 million, and the cost of identity fraud rose 22 per cent to £12.6 million. ... This is London, ID fraud hits a quarter of adults Mar 3, 2005 The payments association Apacs is expected to produce figures next week that confirm that identity fraud is rocketing in the UK. ... This is London, Crackdown on ID fraud Mar 12, 2005 By Lincoln Wright. NEW secure marriage certificates are to be introduced by the Federal Government to fight identity fraud. Attorney ... NEWS.com.au, Fraud ad star 'loses' his own ID Mar 10, 2005 TV comic Alistair McGowan, who fronts a campaign warning against identity fraud, has had his own identity ‘stolen'. The incident ... Glasgow Evening Times, Cases of identity theft soar 600pc in just five years Mar 3, 2005 Theft of personal details from dead people is the fastest growing sector within identity fraud, according to Britain's main private sector fraud watchdog, an ... Telegraph.co.uk, Identity theft protection Mar 16, 2005 House Bill 48, sponsored by Representative Jim Hughes (R-Columbus), enhances the penalty for those who commit identity fraud against the elderly or disabled. ... The People's Defender, McGowan urged to insure his identity Mar 18, 2005 A survey by Which? recently found that one Briton in four has either been a victim of identity fraud, or knows someone who has. ... MyFinances.co.uk, The balloon's set to go up for broadband Mar 4, 2005 His story is one of a growing number nationwide, with new figures this week suggesting one in four Britons are victims of identity fraud. ... Sheffield Today, For the record Mar 20, 2005 Identity fraud: A New England resident was on the Internet using AOL when a message popped up, allegedly from AOL's billing department, asking to confirm ... Rochester Eccentric, Identity theft easy; repairing its harm nearly impossible Mar 5, 2005 Overall, 9.3 million American adults became victims of identity fraud last year, according to a recent survey by the Better Business Bureau and Pleasanton ... The Tennessean, Archived links. These articles may no longer be available. To access these articles you will need to contact the listed source publication (i.e. LA Times, CNN, etc).
Check Passports Early, Travellers Warned 01 Jan 2004 UK Passport Service chief executive Bernard Herdan said new measures were introduced last month in a bid to crack down on the use of passports in identity fraud ... (The Scotsman, UK) New year brings new laws 01 Jan 2004 Officials said the move is intended to prevent identity fraud, although there have been few cases in the state of the records being used in unsavory ways. ... (Duluth News Tribune, MN) STATE GOVERNMENT: New year ushers in host of new laws 01 Jan 2004 Officials said the move is intended to prevent identity fraud, although there have been few cases here of the records being used in unsavory ways. ... (St. Paul Pioneer Press, MN) Wake Deputies Arrest Suspect In Financial Identity Fraud Case Dec 19, 2003 Jesse Scott, 29, of Raleigh, a local mortgage loan officer, was taken into custody Thursday and charged with 1 count of financial identity fraud by Apex Police ... (WRAL.com, NC) Binned information fuels identity fraud Dec 10, 2003 ...identity is used. Experian said that corporate identity fraud was also becoming an increasing problem. Fraudsters masquerading as ... (Financial Times (subscription), UK) Feds warn college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 WASHINGTON -- Federal education officials are warning college students to watch out for identity theft amid concern that it could land young adults in huge debt ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune (subscription), MN) 12 charges filed against identity fraud suspect Dec 11, 2003 Lebanon -- The 36-year-old Kansas woman who is accused of impersonating a long-missing Thorntown girl faced a court Thursday on additional charges filed ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Former Nevada DMV clerk pleads guilty in identity fraud case Dec 10, 2003 A former Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles employee has pleaded guilty to five felonies, admitting she took more than $300,000 in bribes to provide ... (San Francisco Chronicle, CA) Tip turned up alleged identity fraud Dec 15, 2003 Now investigators believe they have identified a nationwide identity-fraud ring that sent foreign nationals from other states to Indiana to illegally obtain ... (Louisville Courier Journal, KY) Securities insurer warns of brokerage identity fraud Dec 14, 2003 WASHINGTON -- An insurance fund is warning people about a new fraud scheme whose perpetrators use the Internet and "steal" brokerage firms' identities to bilk ... (Everett Herald, WA) Adminstrators act to prevent identity fraud Dec 9, 2003 ...a primary identifier. Ongoing efforts are taking place to protect students from the rising concern of identity fraud. In a memo ... (Vanderbilt Hustler) Education Dept. warns college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 WASHINGTON -- College students are being warned to protect their personal information amid concern that their identities could be stolen. ... (News 8 Austin, TX) Identity Lock™ Personal Protection Dec 31, 2003 ...- Identity fraud and personal Internet insurance (AIG) No deductible. Policy limit: $25,000. Lost wage limit: 4 weeks at $500 per week. ... (Enterprise IT Planet, CT) Government warns college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 WASHINGTON - Federal education officials are warning college students to watch out for identity theft amid concern that it could land young adults in huge debt ... (Dallas Morning News (subscription), TX) Education Department warns college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 Washington-AP -- College students are being warned to protect their personal information amid concern that their identities could be stolen. ... (KPLC-TV, LA) College students warned of identity fraud Dec 12, 2003 WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal education officials are warning college students to watch out for identity theft amid concern that it could land young adults in ... (Review Appeal (subscription), TN) Education Department warns college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 ...(Washington-AP) -- College students are being warned to protect their personal information amid concern that their identities could be stolen. ... (WOKR-TV, NY) Education Department warns college students of identity fraud Dec 11, 2003 WASHINGTON (AP) _ Federal education officials are warning college students to watch out for identity theft amid concern that it could land young adults in huge ... (KOTV, OK) Collegians get warning on identity fraud Dec 12, 2003 WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal education officials are warning college students to watch out for identity theft amid concern that it could land young adults in ... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO) Former Nevada DMV clerk pleads guilty in identity fraud case Dec 10, 2003 LAS VEGAS (AP) - A former Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles employee has pleaded guilty to five felonies, admitting she took more than $300,000 in bribes to ... (Las Vegas Sun, NV) Suspect's identity is a puzzle Dec 29, 2003 While frustrated by Salazar's attempt to stonewall the investigation, police say identity fraud poses a consistent challenge for law enforcement authorities ... (Boston Globe, MA) THE DAILY HERALD | Dec 18, 2003 In fact, in Utah so-called identity fraud is on the rise. While identity fraud has many definitions, Kelly Wuthrich, the lieutenant ... (Provo Daily Herald, UT) Green card lottery goes online, but fewer play Dec 28, 2003 Intense press coverage, high levels of literacy and large families help explain why so many Bangladeshis applied, officials say, adding that identity fraud was ... (International Herald Tribune, France) 'Scandal' in 2004 governor's race? Dec 30, 2003 The growing BMV scandal involving identity fraud is a loaded political gun, coming in the post-Sept. 11 environment. It has, according to Gov. ... (Decatur Daily Democrat, IN) State anti-terrorism chief should worry a little more Dec 28, 2003 BMV by fraud. According to news reports, up to a dozen identity-fraud rings were working in the Indianapolis area. The rings would ... (Marion Chronicle Tribune, IN) Fair Comment Dec 29, 2003 Plus, fraud runs rampant in nonimmigrant visa programs - "identity fraud, document fraud, counterfeiting, corrupt employees (both American and foreign) and ... (Insight on the News, DC) Building trust in an online business Dec 28, 2003 ...business environment but online, arms length, technology based relationships increase the possibility of opportunism, inappropriate behaviour, identity fraud ... (Hindustan Times, India) Attorneys call BMV a hotbed of fraud Dec 24, 2003 BMV spokeswoman Michele Sponsler said, "We have always acknowledged that identity (fraud) is a problem, but it is across the nation.". ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Retired Master Forger's Travel Tips to Prevent Identity Theft Dec 11, 2003 ...educator to law enforcement agencies said IdentitySecure (1-866-263-8258) will both guide consumers through the process of recovering from identity fraud and ... (Yahoo News (press release)) City man charged with larceny, fraud Dec 26, 2003 ...one count of misuse of a credit card, two counts of fraudulent use of a credit card nine counts of use of a stolen credit card and two counts of identity fraud ... (North Adams Transcript, MA) Fear and Tight Screening Stem Green Card Lottery Dec 26, 2003 ...coverage, high levels of literacy amid poverty, and large families help explain why so many Bangladeshis applied, officials say, adding that identity fraud was ... (New York Times) Applicants for green card lottery fail to materialize Dec 27, 2003 ...coverage, high levels of literacy amid poverty and large families help explain why so many Bangladeshis applied, officials say, adding that identity fraud was ... (Taipei Times, Taiwan) Man charged in fraud case Dec 19, 2003 RALEIGH -- A 29-year-old Raleigh man was charged Thursday with multiple counts of identity fraud that allegedly bilked victims out of more than $20,000. ... (Raleigh News, NC) THE INVISIBLETHIEVES Dec 6, 2003 Your credit history gets decimated if you're the victim of identity fraud," said Bruno Rost, of Nottingham-based credit reference agency Experian. ... (Nottingham Evening Post, UK) Taiwan businessmen are fighting to stay in Canada Dec 25, 2003 The PR card replaces the paper IMM 1000 Record of Landing document for permanent residents for security and counter-identity fraud reasons. ... (China Post, Taiwan) Nihal Kaneira: Canada cracks whip on visa violators and fly-by- ... Dec 26, 2003 The new rules were intended to protect the safety and security of Canadians, improve protection of privacy and discourage identity fraud, according to Maria ... (Gulf News, United Arab Emirates) Corporate bins are 'treasure trove' for fraud Dec 10, 2003 Britain's businesses are fuelling a boom in identity fraud by binning sackfuls of information, which criminals can retrieve and use to impersonate companies ... (Telegraph.co.uk, UK) Laptop theft has BankRI issuing alert Dec 19, 2003 ...in Providence. Identity fraud is one of the fastest growing white-collar crimes in the country, according to the FBI. The Federal ... (Providence Journal (subscription), RI) Cordele couple charged with ID theft Dec 22, 2003 Deputies recovered computers, electronic devices and other materials during a search of 47-year-old Rita Webb's home, charging her with financial identity fraud ... (WALB-TV, GA) ID Theft Mastermind Dec 19, 2003 No more than 1 in 700 who commit identity fraud are caught, and some say the percentage is actually more like 1 in 1000. Stephen ... (Here and Now, United States) About-turn on ID card Dec 27, 2003 The Howard Government is already looking at possible measures to counter identity fraud, which costs more than $1 billion a year. ... (Queensland Sunday Mail, Australia) Watch what you throw away... Dec 17, 2003 The ease of obtaining such information could be contributing to the £1.34 billion lost annually to identity fraud, in some cases as serious as illegal ... (Straits Times, Singapore) Trials to prepare for compulsory ID cards Dec 3, 2003 She said linking biometric data to a national database would help to prevent identity fraud, immigration abuse, illegal working and organised crime. ... (Guardian, UK) License To Deal Dec 23, 2003 ...so alarmed at the ease by which aliens abuse state services that they have introduced legislation, such as HR 3052, the State Accountability and Identity Fraud ... (American Daily, OH) Police taking steps to fight cyber crime Dec 22, 2003 The trends and all indications are that computer crime in general is on the increase, especially in identity fraud, hacking, Internet-based scams, and child ... (Boston Globe, MA) ID thieves prowl for personal info Dec 21, 2003 Identity theft or identity fraud is the unauthorized taking of someone's personal information to obtain credit, credit cards from banks and retailers, steal ... (Texarkana Gazette, TX) Burglaries' mastermind sentenced Dec 4, 2003 ...four years. He also pleaded guilty to 12 felonies related to a financial identity fraud scheme he concocted while behind bars. In ... (Raleigh News, NC) BIN RUBBISH FRAUD FEARS Dec 11, 2003 One in ten households are throwing away documents that can lead to identity fraud, according to new research by the Nottingham-based credit check company ... (Nottingham Evening Post, UK) ID-fraud rings' scope called 'staggering' Dec 14, 2003 Now, investigators believe they have identified a nationwide identity-fraud ring that sent foreign nationals from other states to Indiana to illegally obtain ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Brightmail Reports on Spam Trends of 2003 Dec 18, 2003 ...and Brand Spoofing Surges While "Nigerian Hoax" spam messages -- one of the early email fraud techniques -- have been circulating for years, identity fraud and ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Businesses make it easy for fraudsters to commit Company ID fraud Dec 10, 2003 2003 - businesses are unknowingly handing bin loads of personal and company information to criminals which is being used to fuel a boom in identity fraud ... (Creditman, UK) Brightmail Reports on Spam Trends of 2003 Dec 18, 2003 While "Nigerian Hoax" spam messages -- one of the early email fraud techniques -- have been circulating for years, identity fraud and brand spoofing spam ... (Yahoo News (press release)) ID theft laws may be tightened Dec 8, 2003 Identity fraud may be the fastest growing crime in the nation, but officials in Attorney General Tom Reilly's office are working to make sure crime doesn't pay ... (Sharon Advocate, MA) Three-car crash on Rte. 3 injures seven Dec 23, 2003 David Faulcon pleaded guilty to identity fraud and larceny under $250, said David Traub, spokesman for the Norfolk district attorney's office. ... (Boston Globe, MA) Biometric passports in 2005, as trial for national ID cards Dec 3, 2003 By using biometric data, linked to a national database, we can provide a modern, secure means of confirming identity, helping us to crack down on identity fraud ... (PublicTechnology.net, UK) New rules to maroon immigrant investors Dec 23, 2003 Canada, said the new rules were intended to protect the safety and security of Canadians, improve protection of privacy and discourage identity fraud. ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) Seven more arrested in BMV scandal Dec 12, 2003 ...driver's license were obtained illegally. However, he acknowledged that the arrests show identity fraud is prevalent. "We have to turn ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Fighting Financial Identity Theft Dec 4, 2003 Financial identity fraud is one of the nation's most common crimes. In 2002 alone, nearly 10 million cases have been reported. Financial ... (WTVM, GA) Businesses 'fuelling ID fraud' Dec 11, 2003 ...also warn consumers about throwing away whole documents and suggests that one in ten domestic bins contain enough information to commit identity fraud. ... (Business Europe, UK) 3-D Images On Credit Cards, Passports Could Save Face Dec 23, 2003 A Silicon Valley company introduced new technology aimed at preventing identity fraud when using credit cards. A4 Vision, based ... (NBC 17.com, NC) Seven more charged with using fake documents for Indiana driver's ... Dec 12, 2003 BMV Commissioner Gerald Coleman said he doubted whether that many driver's license were obtained illegally, but knew that the arrests show identity fraud is ... (WHAS 11.com (subscription), KY) 16 indicted in credit card fraud scheme Dec 9, 2003 Defendants were charged with bank fraud, conspiracy to launder money, identity fraud, and conspiracy to possess equipment to make false identifications, Garcia ... (Puerto Rico Wow, Puerto Rico) Indictments filed against 4 people Dec 19, 2003 In addition, Michelle B. Price, 33, Toledo, has been charged with two counts of identity fraud, after allegedly applying for credit cards in the names of other ... (Port Clinton News Herald, OH) Australian High Comm issues new high tech passports Dec 23, 2003 These security measures are in response to heightened global concerns about identity fraud and trans-national crime, including terrorism," Mr Cox reiterated. ... (Borneo Bulletin, Brunei Darussalam) Bush signs identity theft bill Dec 5, 2003 The legislation sets up a national "one-call-for-all" system to alert banks, credit card companies and credit-rating bureaus of a potential identity fraud. ... (Oregonian, OR) Too many scandals, too little oversight in state offices Dec 21, 2003 As many as 12 identity-fraud rings were operating in the Indianapolis area, charging immigrants up to $1,500 to secure licenses. ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Alleged drug dealer arrested in Canton Dec 19, 2003 ...near a school zone, assault and battery on a police officer, operating a car with a revoked license, trafficking in cocaine, resisting arrest and identity fraud ... (Canton Journal, MA) Foxboro man arrested Friday: Fugitive swallow cocaine at scene Dec 16, 2003 ...near a school zone, assault and battery on a police officer, operating a car with a revoked license, trafficking of cocaine, resisting arrest and identity fraud ... (Milford Daily News, MA) Tech student indicted on fraud charges Dec 15, 2003 Dsane, initially accused of 15 counts of felony forgery and six counts of financial identity fraud by local authorities, remains at the Pope County Detention ... (Russellville Courier, AR) Don't let ID thieves have happy holidays at your expense Dec 8, 2003 All reputable sites offer easy-to-find privacy policies, says Jim Vaules, identity fraud expert for information publisher LexisNexis. ... (USA Today) Cracking Down on Passport ID Fraud Dec 6, 2003 The form aims to reduce identity fraud by more accurately tracking UK residents' passport data, and details relating to a lost or stolen passport. ... (PRNewswire UK (press release), UK) ID thieves target your rubbish Dec 11, 2003 About 200 people a day are being hit by identity fraud - one of Britain's fastestgrowing crimes - a 50 per cent rise since 1999. ... (This is London, UK) How much can go wrong? Dec 15, 2003 Indeed, in January of this year, a study by TransUnion, a credit information provider, revealed, "The top cause of identity fraud is now theft of records from ... (Blue Ridge Business Journal, VA) Possible bogus credit card charges should be investigated ... Dec 10, 2003 DEAR MH: If you are alleging that there may be someone using your name, this is called “identity fraud.” I am very surprised that the credit grantor has ... (NH Primary, United States) A crime without identity Dec 6, 2003 David Paine said. In conjunction with federal and local agencies, the agency last year made more than 800 identity fraud arrests. ... (Framingham Metro West Daily News, MA) Cracking Down on Passport ID Fraud Dec 15, 2003 The form aims to reduce identity fraud by more accurately tracking UK residents’ passport data, and details relating to a lost or stolen passport. ... (Internet Travel News (press release), UK) Cutting Terrorist Funding: The Drug-Terror Connection Dec 22, 2003 ...international criminal organizations are not only regarding drug trafficking, but all other criminal activities, including prostitution rings, identity fraud ... (Christian Broadcasting Network) 'Skimming' New Identity Theft Technique Dec 8, 2003 Hayward Police Lt. Daryl McAllister is so used to investigating identity fraud, he almost forgot it could happen to him -- until a thief recently reminded him. ... (NBC 11.com, CA) Today's News in 2 Minutes Dec 5, 2003 The legislation sets up a national "one-call-for-all" system to alert banks, credit card companies and credit rating bureaus of a potential identity fraud to ... (Oregonian, OR) High-Tech License Dec 11, 2003 ...print it for a recognition match.". Bennett said she has already seen the new licenses stop identity fraud. "We've had a couple instances ... (Oklahoma Daily, OK) Biometric Passports Take a Test Flight Dec 12, 2003 The UK government contends that biometrics in passports and then in ID cards will strengthen identity authentication and reduce identity fraud and related ... (PC World) Viisage Recognized by Frost & Sullivan for Market Leadership in ... Dec 9, 2003 We continue to develop our technology so it may be implemented in civil and criminal ID solutions to help fight identity theft and identity fraud and increase ... (Business Wire (press release)) MAN HIT BY £ 3000 POOL TILES FRAUD Dec 10, 2003 There were an estimated 75,000 cases of identity fraud last year, costing private and public organisations £1.34bn per year nationally. ... (Nottingham Evening Post, UK) CREDIT SCAM : £ 8000 SPREE . . . IN MY NAME Dec 6, 2003 Identity fraud can stop life in its tracks. Victims have difficulty getting a mortgage, buying a car, going on holiday - all things we take for granted.". (Nottingham Evening Post, UK) 'Skimming' Lets ID Thieves Use Their Card, Your Account Dec 9, 2003 Daryl McAllister is so used to investigating identity fraud, he almost forgot it could happen to him -- until a thief recently reminded him. ... (KSBW Channel.com, CA) 'Id Cards won't Bar Illegal Migrants' Children from Free ... Dec 11, 2003 Mr Blunkett wants to begin introducing smart-cards carrying people’s fingerprints and iris scans by 2007-2008 in a bid to tackle identity fraud and stop ... (The Scotsman, UK) Police: Woman Stole Purses At Day-Care Centers Dec 11, 2003 Franklin County. Williams is being held at Franklin County Jail on charges of identity fraud and receiving stolen property. Those ... (NBC4 Columbus.com, OH) UK Government to start trials of biometric ID cards Dec 4, 2003 ...enhance the security features of passports and are an essential element in the UKPS drive to strengthen identity authentication and reduce identity fraud and ... (PC Pro, UK) Hacking for Dollars Dec 14, 2003 Identity fraud, in which hackers glean information from the Internet to get free credit cards and make deals under another's name—displaced run-of-the-mill ... (MSNBC) Consumers should beware scam artists during holidays, authorities ... Dec 8, 2003 Melanie Hofmann said the department has a handful of investigators who exclusively work on "white collar" crime, such as financial and identity fraud. ... (Macon Telegraph, GA) Mastermind Of NC, SC, Burglary Spree Sentenced To Prison Dec 4, 2003 ...years. He also pleaded guilty to 12 felonies related to a financial identity fraud scheme he concocted while behind bars. Prosecutors ... (WRAL.com, NC) Electronic ID for UK citizens Dec 14, 2003 Aparently, the UK government contends biometrics in passports and then in ID cards will, "strengthen identity authentication and reduce identity fraud and ... (p2pnet.net, Canada) Fire marshal ’ s office investigating suspicious fire Dec 12, 2003 3369. The Web and Crime Stoppers combined to help Kingston Police track down a woman wanted in connection with identity fraud. Kingston ... (Kingston This Week, Canada) Money may be funny, but it's no laughing matter to victims Dec 4, 2003 Putnam County Prosecutor Matt Headley said that while counterfeiting operations and identity fraud may not be as common here as in larger cities, anyone can ... (The Banner-Graphic, IN) Figures show 'hype' of terror war Dec 8, 2003 The FBI said that this was because the figures included sentences for some relatively minor offenses, such as identity fraud, or failing to register as the ... (United Press International) Boycott Is Urged Over Licenses Dec 11, 2003 Gov. Gray Davis vetoed two such bills, saying that issuing licenses to noncitizens could result in identity fraud and hinder the war on terrorism. ... (Los Angeles Times (subscription), CA) in nat'l ID card controversy Dec 7, 2003 The goal is to minimize identity fraud and speed up the processing of NBI clearances using kiosks where cardholders can just swipe their smart cards instead of ... (Philippines Daily News, Philippines) North County Latinos: Plans for boycott move forward Dec 8, 2003 ...vetoed two similar bills, citing some of the same concerns that opponents have raised about threats to national security and the potential for identity fraud. ... (North County Times, CA) Police seek robbery suspect Dec 13, 2003 ...with five counts of financial identity fraud, seven counts of obtaining property under false pretenses, two counts of uttering a forged instrument and three ... (Durham Herald Sun, NC) Kroll Inc. To Provide 2004 Guidance at December 10 Investor ... Dec 5, 2003 ...groups: (1) Background Screening, which provides employee and vendor background investigations, credit screening, substance abuse testing, and identity fraud ... (Business Wire (press release)) Economic Crime Institute, LexisNexis Call for National Strategy ... 29 Oct 2003 ...a global leader in information services for legal, business and government professionals, called for a new national strategy in the fight against identity fraud ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Pittsfield man admits to identity theft, fraud 29 Oct 2003 Karl Miller, 53, of Hall Place pleaded guilty in Central Berkshire District Court on Monday to one count of identity fraud, credit card fraud of more than $250 ... (Berkshire Eagle, MA) Protect your neck (and ID) 29 Oct 2003 We are perfect candidates for identity fraud. According to a USA Today article on identity fraud, cases are skyrocketing, but few are being reported to police. ... (The North Carolina State Technician, NC) Fitzgerald to Direct ChoicePoint at Public 29 Oct 2003 ...general marketplace. Jones said ChoicePoint has been working to develop products in the areas of identity fraud and theft. One such ... (Adweek (subscription), NY) FBI warns of identity theft 29 Oct 2003 ..."The internet has really opened the door to identity fraud," she said. "Before you send your credit card number, know the site is really who you think it is.". ... (Capital City Weekly, AK) Montague woman ordered to pay money back 29 Oct 2003 YREKA - A Siskiyou County judge gave Montague resident Luana Rosalani Meigs until January to pay over $9,000 in restitution to seven victims of identity fraud ... (Siskiyou Daily News, CA) Reporter posing as Blunkett gets driving licence 29 Oct 2003 The BBC reporter, Paul Kenyon, showed how easy it was to commit identity fraud in order to expose the loopholes that criminals use. ... (Reuters, UK) Court holds woman on $10000 cash bail for identity fraud , ... Oct 27, 2003 Marlene Brodeur, 39, pleaded guilty to charges of larceny over $250 and identity fraud at her arraignment on Monday in Boston Municipal Court, the Suffolk ... (Providence Journal Bulletin (subscription), RI) City man hit by identity fraud Oct 25, 2003 ...made. "I just didn't know how this could happen," Campbell said. Campbell, it turns out, is a victim of identity fraud. Someone ... (The Valley Independent, PA) Police arrest woman for identity fraud, larceny Oct 24, 2003 Marlene Brodeur was being held by police pending her arraignment Monday in Boston Municipal Court on charges of larceny and identity fraud, said David Estrada ... (Providence Journal Bulletin (subscription), RI) Combating Identity Fraud Oct 17, 2003 ...that fraud is increasingly involving the use of PCs and the Internet, although experts point out that ICT can also be harnessed to help reduce identity fraud ... (AllAfrica.com, Africa) Recent Case Shows Ease of Committing Identity Fraud Oct 6, 2003 A recent case shows how surprisingly easy it can be for someone to steal your identity. Salt Lake County authorities are still trying ... (KSL-TV, UT) Identity fraud's darker side Oct 12, 2003 ...to banks which report annual profits of $2 billion, police say there is a darker side to what they call high-volume, low-value crimes linked to identity fraud. ... (The West Australian, Australia) Woman pleads guilty to identity fraud Oct 10, 2003 ...her bills. Lamonica Moore of 2404 N. Institute Place pleaded guilty to identity fraud and access device fraud. Additionally, she ... (Peoria Journal Star, IL) Jail for double identity fraud Oct 2, 2003 By NICK CLARK. A MAN who obtained two passports and later defrauded the commonwealth of more than $100,000 was sentenced in the Supreme ... (Hobart Mercury, Australia) Agency battles identity theft Oct 27, 2003 ...job as "sweet.". Another city man, Jackie Aquino, 36, has not been as lucky with his identity fraud problem. His brother, Alphonso ... (Baltimore Sun, MD) Police chiefs seek new powers to curb organised crime Oct 27, 2003 ...overtaken by the increasing sophistication and internationalisation of organised criminality from drugs and people trafficking to gun running and identity fraud ... (Financial Times (subscription), UK) Identity Theft Is Growing Concern Oct 26, 2003 Florida has the sixth-highest rate of identity theft in the nation. In 2002, nearly 11,000 people reported that they were victims of identity fraud in Florida. ... (The Ledger, FL) Your identity's in the mail Oct 27, 2003 The Colorado Department of Revenue says issuing licenses through its central issuance system actually will decrease the risk of identity fraud. ... (Denver Post, CO) Magnet Communications Delivers Penley Patriot Act Compliant ... Oct 22, 2003 The addition of Penley's Patriot-Act compliant integrity solutions enables Magnet to quickly serve the needs of customers in protecting against identity fraud ... (Business Wire (press release)) Traffic stop leads to fraud arrest Oct 24, 2003 ...arraigned yesterday in Marlborough District Court on a host of charges, including two counts of fraudulent use of a credit card, two counts of identity fraud ... (Milford Daily News, MA) Citibank Aids ID-Fraud Victims Oct 23, 2003 ...case is closed. This is the first personalized identity-fraud help service offered by a bank, according to Burns. --Check credit ... (Smartmoney.com (subscription)) Citibank Launches Free Personalized Assistance Program to Help ... Oct 23, 2003 ...tools and advice at http://www.UseCreditWisely.com to help consumers develop healthy credit habits and protect themselves against credit card and identity fraud ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Citibank Launches Free Personalized Assistance Program to Help ... Oct 23, 2003 ...tools and advice at www.UseCreditWisely.com to help consumers develop healthy credit habits and protect themselves against credit card and identity fraud. ... (Yahoo News (press release)) DIARY-US Treasuries, Monday, Oct. 27 Oct 27, 2003 ...assistant secretary for financial institutions at the Treasury Department, discusses "The Use of Information: Financial Institutions and Identity Fraud." at ... (Forbes) Net fraud and the truth Oct 22, 2003 If all Americans started to fully use available electronic banking and bill payment services tomorrow, some US$2.37 billion in identity fraud would be ... (ZDNet.com.au, Australia) Citibank Launches Free Personalized Assistance Program . . . Oct 23, 2003 ...and advice at http://www.usecreditwisely.com/ to help consumers develop healthy credit habits and protect themselves against credit card and identity fraud. ... (Stock World, Germany) City helps prevent ID theft Oct 23, 2003 He stole over 100 names and Social Security numbers of students, and in December 2002 plead guilty to identity fraud, money laundering and forgery. ... (49er Online) Payment of $12.79 leads to credit card fraud charges for ... Oct 22, 2003 Ashika Seabrook, 28, has been charged with financial identity fraud, fraudulently obtaining goods and services, violating the state's computer crime act and ... (WIS, SC) Driving 10-year EU licence 'to cut fraud' Oct 22, 2003 60 now," said a commission spokesman. "We have a lot of [identity] fraud and we need to do something about it.". It is left to the ... (Guardian, UK) Police, fire and courts Oct 24, 2003 Thursday in US District Court. Fritz L. Drexler, 46, also stands charged with one count of identity fraud. US Magistrate Judge John A ... (Peoria Journal Star, IL) Officials: Stolen credit card used to pay car tax Oct 22, 2003 Seabrook, who has a history of fraud convictions, is charged with financial identity fraud, fraudulently obtaining goods and services, violating the state's ... (Charleston Post Courier, SC) Protection against Fast-Growing Identity Theft Available from ... Oct 21, 2003 Liberty Mutual, one of the largest personal insurance carriers in the US, now offers Identity Fraud Expense Coverage as an endorsement to a customer's new or ... (Business Wire (press release)) New era criminals cripple city Oct 22, 2003 At the upper level, criminal groups will not just be into drugs but car re-birthing, identity fraud, false credit cards, counterfeiting, money laundering and ... (Melbourne Herald Sun, Australia) Car tax payment with stolen credit card nets arrest Oct 21, 2003 Charleston police charged Ashika Seabrook, a 28-year-old Charleston fast-food worker, with financial identity fraud, fraudulently obtaining goods and services ... (Columbia State, SC) UK Fraud Trends – 30 % Increase in Prevented Fraud losses Oct 21, 2003 ...year. False identity fraud and impersonation continue to increase, with 39% and 31% more CIFAS warnings respectively filed. However ... (Creditman, UK) WASHINGTON CALENDAR Oct 24, 2003 All Day: Conference on identity fraud and its impact on economic crime and terrorism, highlights include Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Financial ... (CBS MarketWatch) Fair Isaac Launches ID Theft Detection Service to Help Consumers ... Oct 8, 2003 Early detection is vital when detecting and preventing identity fraud, according to a recent survey report by the Federal Trade Commission. ... (Business Wire (press release)) Licence to steal Oct 18, 2003 ...is the present system. But Mr Johnson said mail theft of credit cards was the major factor in identity fraud. "I find it incredible ... (Queensland Sunday Mail, Australia) Newton notes Oct 22, 2003 The Newton Lions Club meets Nov. 12, at 6:45 pm, at Pizzeria Uno, Newton Corner. The speaker is Bob Courrier, who will discuss identity fraud. ... (Newton Tab, MA) From skin care to insurance, expo shows off local offerings Oct 23, 2003 Brown Deer Police Department Officer Brad Caddock had prepared a booklet on identity fraud, with the latest information on how to protect yourself from a crime ... (CNI Newspapers, WI) Visa scam claims fell on deaf ears Oct 19, 2003 The fresh allegations of identity fraud raised on the Nine Network's Sunday program involve migration agent Tuferu Mohammed Habib, based in Footscray, Melbourne ... (The Australian, Australia) Net fraud and the truth Oct 17, 2003 If all Americans started to fully use available electronic banking and bill payment services tomorrow, some $2.37 billion in identity fraud would be prevented ... (CNET News.com) Car Tax Payment With Stolen Credit Card Nets Arrest Oct 22, 2003 Twenty-eight-year-old Ashika Seabrook has been charged with financial identity fraud, fraudulently obtaining goods and services, violating the state's computer ... (WSOCtv.com, NC) Seventeen arraigned in court Tuesday Oct 15, 2003 He is held on $5,000 bond. Giovanni Barcelona, 20, was indicted on two counts of identity fraud and one count of falsification. He is held on $20,000 bond. ... (Marion Star, OH) FrontPage magazine.com Oct 23, 2003 The sudden raid stemmed from a 20-count federal indictment filed against the two men that alleged various criminal activities ranging from identity fraud to ... (Frontpagemag.com) NeoMedia's PaperClick an RX in Fight Against Counterfeit ... Oct 22, 2003 Source Technologies, Inc., was acquired by NeoMedia last week (see "Combined Patent Portfolio of NeoMedia/Secure Source Boosts Ability to Combat Identity Fraud ... (Business Wire (press release)) Second case of identity theft reported in Arkansas City Oct 17, 2003 If a person discovers that they have become a victim of identity fraud, they should immediately contact the three credit bureaus (Equifax, 1-800-685-1111 ... (The Arkansas City Traveler Online, KS) What ’ s my PIN again ? Oct 15, 2003 ISL currently has this technology installed in over 60 hospitals used to increase security in this era of constant identity-fraud and security concerns. ... (Net4nowt, UK) Identity Safeguards Helps Consumers Fight, Recover from Identity ... Oct 16, 2003 It's a powerful antidote to the pervasive threat of identity fraud we all face on a daily basis," said Chuck Whitlock, nationally recognized expert on consumer ... (Business Wire (press release)) Asylum reprieves over agent fraud Oct 20, 2003 The revelations follow cases of identity fraud and immigration rackets reported in recent months, including allegations a Melbourne migration agent encouraged ... (The Australian, Australia) Triad Financial Chooses InstantID(R) by LexisNexis(TM) RiskWise( ... Oct 1, 2003 DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Triad Financial has aligned with LexisNexis(TM) RiskWise® as part of its efforts to prevent identity fraud. ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Citigate Global Intelligence & Security Forms Citigate College; ... Oct 21, 2003 ...- Identity Theft: strategies for US corporations and their employees to diminish and/or prevent becoming victims of identity fraud. ... (Business Wire (press release)) Are You Vulnerable ? Oct 15, 2003 DETROIT -- Criminals practicing identity fraud are getting more brazen in their attempts to steal consumers' personal information, as evidenced by the recent ... (Local6.com, FL) eTelcharge.com Provides Solution For The Fastest Growing Crime of ... Oct 21, 2003 PRINCETON, NJ--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 21, 2003--As the 2003 economy sways to and fro and the markets give and take, one of the most ... (Business Wire (press release)) License to steal Oct 21, 2003 ...said. The Colorado Department of Revenue said issuing driver's licenses through the mail will decrease the risk of identity fraud. ... (Denver Post, CO) Computers/Electronics News Oct 1, 2003 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Triad Financial has aligned with LexisNexis(TM) RiskWise(R) as part of its efforts to prevent identity fraud. ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Oct. 20 Record Book Oct 20, 2003 Cynthia L. Campbell, 19, North Vernon, operating while never having been licensed, false informing and identity fraud, $550 bond, 6 pm Friday. ... (Seymour Daily Tribune, IN) Attorney general's office shifts forces away from its civil crime ... Oct 18, 2003 ...the unit of five attorneys acted as a resource to prosecutors around the state who didn't have the expertise to tackle arcane hacking and identity fraud cases ... (Detroit News, MI) Online Banking, Receiving and Paying Bills Online Can Protect ... Oct 2, 2003 ...annually. Additionally, frequent account monitoring is the single greatest step consumers can take to fight identity fraud. Consumers ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Catalogue stores deliver higher profits for GUS Oct 15, 2003 ...creditwatch service, which allows ordinary consumers to check on their credit rating and ensure their details have not been stolen as part of an identity fraud ... (Guardian, UK) Dozens of fake marriages come to light Oct 5, 2003 Identity fraud is sky-rocketing as illegal immigrants bribe Home Affairs officials to "marry" them to unsuspecting South Africans in a desperate attempt to ... (The Star, Africa) Chance to speak out on plans for ID cards Oct 15, 2003 Supporters say the cards would cut identity fraud losses by an estimated £1.3bn, help combat terrorism and enhance civil liberties. ... (Huddersfield Daily Examiner, UK) Reliance on Microsoft makes firms vulnerable says Gartner Oct 21, 2003 ...that charges Microsoft with making computer users' personal data vulnerable was filed against the company a week later, on behalf of a victim of identity fraud ... (Silicon.com) Business, police vow war on identity theft Oct 10, 2003 There is nothing," she said. "It has completely taken my life over.". The group suggested creating a statewide database that tracks victims of identity fraud. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Online Banking Stifles Identity Theft Oct 8, 2003 Van Dyke also said the cost of identity fraud mounts when there's more time to commit the crime. Online banking tends to reduce that time. ... (Realty Times, TX) New technologies will help thwart ID theft Oct 1, 2003 ...theft. "We're finding that with identity fraud on the rise, issuing agencies are interested in this capability," Atick said. "They ... (United Press International) Theft threatens privacy of 120000 Sep 30, 2003 The Auditor General's office has already warned the federal government of the rise in identity fraud and called for more stringent federal controls on personal ... (Canada.com, Canada) Five years in prison ‘ about right ’ for robbery at Cracker ... Oct 20, 2003 Nation sentenced Kent Wright to serve five years as a recidivist on charges of theft by taking, two counts of first degree forgery and financial identity fraud ... (Citizen Online, GA) Man in fraud case gets six-month term Oct 3, 2003 ELKHART -- A local man was sentenced Wednesday afternoon in Iowa in connection with a federal identity-fraud case. Mohamed Tahar ... (eTruth, IN) Three Nuwaubian associates arrested in fraud case Oct 4, 2003 ...also goes by the name KhuFu. All three have been charged with theft by deception and identity fraud. Jones said the men have admitted ... (Macon Telegraph, GA) ID theft targeted by top crime body Sep 30, 2003 Ellison said. The ACC would continue to refine its National Identity Fraud Register, the first of its type in the world, he said. "It ... (Australian IT, Australia) Criminals bank on lazy ways Oct 8, 2003 ...unopened. And many customers risk identity fraud by throwing away statements without shredding them or obliterating account numbers. ... (This is Money, UK) Committee finds strong opposition to ID card Oct 7, 2003 Advocates say it could reduce crime, identity fraud and terrorism. Critics call it a waste of money and an intrusion of privacy. ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) Blunkett on brink of ID card deal Oct 2, 2003 ...rackets. Much of the loss is due to simple identity fraud using stolen cards - exactly the type of crime that ID cards could prevent. ... (This is London, UK) National Insurance Crime Bureau Chooses LexisNexis(TM) Insurance ... Sep 30, 2003 With LexisNexis, customers may see measurable results such as increasing customer acquisition, reducing identity fraud, reducing fraud losses, predicting fraud ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Committee finds strong opposition to ID card Oct 7, 2003 Denis Coderre. Advocates say that a safe and unforgeable identity card could reduce crime, identity fraud and terrorism. Critics ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) ASU starts free course series Oct 9, 2003 We'll cover insurance fraud, identity fraud, fraudulent scams involving the elderly and credit card fraud," Withers explained, "through a presentation ... (Heber Springs Sun, AR) Feds nab suspected Oct 9, 2003 ...computer crimes. The case is the SEC’s first prosecution of a person accused of both computer intrusion and identity fraud. “This ... (MSNBC) Suspected Trojan-horse conman arrested Oct 10, 2003 ...computer crimes. The case is the SEC's first prosecution of a person accused of both computer intrusion and identity fraud. "This ... (ZDNet.co.uk, UK) ID card could threaten ‘ fundamental values ' Oct 7, 2003 Advocates say it could reduce crime, identity fraud and terrorism. Critics call it a waste of money and an intrusion of privacy. (The Globe and Mail, Canada) Is it real or fake? Oct 11, 2003 One way to avoid losing money as a business with identity fraud is to limit the number of people that have access to personal information. ... (Waynesville Daily Guide, MO) Fake licence-use endemic among Christchurch youth Oct 12, 2003 Acting Sergeant Ray Hastie, of the Hagley Ferrymead police liquor licensing section, said the crackdown was intended to make young people take identity fraud ... (Stuff.co.nz, New Zealand) There are better ways to spend $7 billion Oct 10, 2003 He also hopes the card could cut down on identity fraud. That would all be wonderful if it actually worked. But there are strong indications it would not. ... (Toronto Star, Canada) Suspected teen Trojan scammer charged Oct 10, 2003 ...computer crimes. The case is the SEC's first prosecution of a person accused of both computer intrusion and identity fraud. John ... (Silicon.com) Committee reports strong opposition to ID card Oct 7, 2003 Advocates, including Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Denis Coderre, say the card could reduce crime, identity fraud and terrorism. ... (CTV, Canada) Committee reports strong opposition to ID card Oct 8, 2003 ...in September, 2001. Advocates, including Coderre, say the card could reduce crime, identity fraud and terrorism. Critics, on the ... (CTV, Canada) GAO: United States is still vulnerable to terrorists getting fake ... Oct 8, 2003 ...that most of the cases of people attempting to get licenses with counterfeit documents are illegal aliens or people attempting to profit through identity fraud ... (WHEC-TV, NY) Canada NewsWire summary of releases for Afternoon, Tuesday ... Oct 7, 2003 ...campaign launched by City's Transportation Services Division (pedestrian-safety-TO) C8845 - OTTAWA : Support for Biometrics to Counter Identity Fraud Remains ... (Canada NewsWire (press release), Canada) Police seek car used in shooting Oct 1, 2003 Perry was charged with three counts of identity fraud and three counts of obtaining property by false pretenses in connection with an alleged Tuesday offense. ... (Durham Herald Sun, NC) High-tech ID boosted Oct 4, 2003 ...we need the debate," said Co-derre. "We need to take a look at international standards.". Identity fraud is also costing Canadians $2.5 billion a year. ... (Calgary Sun, Canada) ID data stolen from feds Oct 1, 2003 Since our concern about identity fraud is real, we want to make sure that people take the action that they can ... to be protected," Caplan said. ... (Edmonton Sun, Canada) Triad Financial Chooses InstantID by LexisNexis RiskWise Oct 3, 2003 Triad Financial has aligned with LexisNexis RiskWise as part of its efforts to prevent identity fraud and to screen higher-risk, new account applicants. ... (EContent Magazine, CT) US indicts Afghan on 5 felony charges Oct 8, 2003 DETROIT -- The US Attorney's Office again indicted an Afghan man Wednesday, accusing him of five new felonies, including identity fraud and possession of false ... (Detroit News, MI) Local Couple Steal Identities From Their Children Oct 1, 2003 He is still in jail and the couple could face more than six years in prison if convicted of tampering with records and identity fraud. (WCPO, OH) Man charged in eatery robberies Oct 2, 2003 Puryear was charged with possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, identity fraud and uttering a paper with a forged ... (Durham Herald Sun, NC) MPs furious over data heist from tax office Oct 1, 2003 The auditor general's office has been complaining for years that identity fraud is on the rise and has called for tighter federal controls on personal data ... (Edmonton Journal, Canada) Couple accused of stealing IDs of son, daughter Oct 1, 2003 Oldendick said Tuesday. Each of the parents faces two felony charges: tampering with records and identity fraud. They were indicted ... (Cincinnati Enquirer, OH) US terror allies raising millions Oct 5, 2003 From convenience stores, to money laundering operations, to identity fraud rings, Islamic terror allies are raising millions in criminal enterprises inside the ... (WorldNetDaily) Microsoft details new security plan Oct 9, 2003 ...that charges Microsoft with making computer users' personal data vulnerable was filed against the company a week ago, on behalf of a victim of identity fraud. ... (CNET News.com) |
