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Identity Theft

Identity theft, a common crime in the U.S., is the disclosure of your personal information to a criminal who pretends to be you.

Identity theft could result in:

  • False credit cards being used in your name
  • Arrests or criminal records formed by another person using your name
  • Your personal information used for illegal purposes


If Your Identification Documents or Social Security Card is Stolen

  1. Contact your local police office and file a police report.
  2. Contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles to request a replacement driver's license.
  3. Contact the Social Security Administration to request a replacement card and request a lost/stolen warning in your file.
  4. Contact your credit card company.
  5. Contact your Mass General Brigham employer if your work ID cards or badges have been lost/stolen.


Protect Your Legal Documents & Identity

 

Never respond to requests for personal or financial information through phone, email, text message, or social media. Always be suspicious of a caller asking you for access or asking you to enter anything into your internet browser. Do not open an email or click on a link if you do not know the sender.

  • Carry your passport only when traveling.  Keep your passport in a safe place. 
  • Use a Massachusetts driver’s license or a Massachusetts Liquor ID as your primary identification.
  • Keep only copies of important documents with you (including your I-94, DS-2019, or I-797, and the visa stamp page) and also another set of copies at your home.  Carry original documents only when required.
  • Get more tips to prevent identity theft.
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