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You may reach the FTC's identity theft hotline toll free at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338) or visit their website at .ftc.gov/idtheft. Additional Resources: Protecting Your Social Security Number from Identity Theft.

Contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at 1-800-908-4490 or visit them online, if you believe someone is using your SSN to work, get your tax refund, or other abuses involving taxes. Order free credit reports annually from the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion).

You should fill out the FTC's online form if and whenever you learn that you've been a victim of identity theft. The IRS has its own identity theft affidavit to complete if your identity ? specifically your Social Security number ? is used to file a fraudulent federal tax return. It's known as IRS Form 14039.

I am a victim of identity theft. I recently learned that my personal information was used to open an account at your company. I did not open or authorize this account, and I therefore request that it be closed immediately.

Does a Scammer Have Your Social Security Number? Do This Check your credit report for signs of fraud. Freeze your credit as soon as possible. Report the scam to the FTC and law enforcement. Report the theft to the IRS. Submit a Social Security fraud report. Contact companies where your SSN was fraudulently used.

§ 14-113.20A. (a) It is unlawful for a person to sell, transfer, or purchase the identifying information of another person with the intent to commit identity theft, or to assist another person in committing identity theft, as set forth in G.S. 14-113.20.