Identity Theft

Many people are the victim of identity theft every year. It may be a single transaction or many outrageous bills. Learn how to protect yourself and what to do if identity theft happens to you. 

• MichiganLegalHelp.org provides an overview of identity theft and available resources

• IdentityTheft.gov is provided by the Federal Trade Commission. They provide a tool to receive a checklist of the steps you should take dependent on the type of identity theft.

• AnnualCreditReport.com is the legitimate page recommended from the Federal Trade Commission for requesting your credit report. This page also offers some basic tips for protecting your identity. 

• To learn about identity theft warning signs and how to protect yourself, request assistance, or file a complaint, visit michigan.gov.