Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft

• Category: Criminal - Identity Theft
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-02725BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

Identity theft is governed by federal and state criminal statutes. State laws vary, but typically define the crime to include an intent to use another's identity to commit, aid, or abet any unlawful activity. A person commits the crime of identity theft if, without the authorization, consent, or permission of the victim, and with the intent to defraud for his or her own benefit or the benefit of a third person, he or she does any of the following:
1. Obtains, records, or accesses identifying information that would assist in accessing financial resources, obtaining identification documents, or obtaining benefits of the victim.
2. Obtains goods or services through the use of identifying information of the victim.
3. Obtains identification documents in the victim's name.

Identity theft statutes vary by state and usually do not include use of false identification by a minor to obtain liquor, tobacco, or entrance to adult business establishments. The types of information protected from misuse by identity theft statutes includes, among others:
-Name
-Date of birth
-Social Security number
-Driver's license number
-Financial services account numbers, including checking and savings accounts
-Credit or debit card numbers
-Personal identification numbers (PIN)
-Electronic identification codes
-Automated or electronic signatures
-Biometric data
-Fingerprints
-Passwords
-Parent's legal surname prior to marriage

Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft is a legal document used to report cases of identity theft to the relevant authorities in the state of Montana. Identity theft refers to the fraudulent acquisition and misuse of another person's personal information, typically for financial gain or to commit other forms of fraud. The Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft is designed to provide a reliable way for victims of identity theft to report the crime and to provide necessary information for further investigation. This form helps law enforcement agencies and other entities involved in addressing identity theft incidents to coordinate their efforts efficiently. Keywords: Montana, Sworn Statement, Identity Theft, legal document, report, authorities, fraudulent, personal information, financial gain, fraud, victims, crime, investigation, law enforcement, coordination. Different types of Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft could include: 1. Individual Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft: This form is specifically designed for individual victims of identity theft who want to report the crime and provide essential information regarding the incident. 2. Business Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft: This form is tailored for businesses that have fallen victim to identity theft, allowing them to report the incident and provide necessary details that are specific to their company. 3. Law Enforcement Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft: This form is intended for use by law enforcement authorities when investigating identity theft cases. It may include additional fields and sections needed for their specific needs during the investigation process. 4. Financial Institution Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft: This form is designed for financial institutions, such as banks or credit unions, when reporting instances of identity theft concerning their customers or clients. It may contain specific sections related to financial information and transactions. These different types of Montana Sworn Statement of Identity Theft help to address the varying needs and circumstances of identity theft cases, ensuring accurate and comprehensive reporting by victims, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and financial institutions.