Identity Theft Q&A

1. What mistakes did this woman make to have her identity stolen?
The woman should of been more careful with her information and she only used debit cards
2. Why do you feel ID Theft is such a common problem these days?
It is because it is a lot easier now, this is because people are being careless because it wasn't a problem in the past and with jobs that allow people to look and copy information with others, the problem is rising.
3. What type of documents or personal belongings would someone have to obtain to steal a person’s identity?
They would need to obtain things such as a driver's license and social security card, they would also need to duplicate things about them such as appearance and other things.
4. What are some ideas that you would suggest to someone to protect their identity from being stolen.
Always destroy your personal documents and put the destroyed documents into separate trash bags. Also you should use a credit card more often, and finally be careful were your use your information.
5. Who do you think is to blame, the person stealing the identity, or the person who is not protecting themselves from identity theft?
They are both to blame, but mostly the thief. This is because there shouldn't BE a reason to have to protect your identity and since they are also stealing their money that they have earned is definitely worth punishment.