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   What Should I Do If My Identity is Stolen?
Instructions to Correct Identity Theft
By: Texas RioGrande Legal Aid - Austin   		  
   
   Identity Theft Victim's Complaint and Affidavit This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
A voluntary form for filing a report with law enforcement, and disputes with credit reporting agencies and creditors about identity theft-related problems. Visit ftc.gov/idtheft to use a secure online version that you can print for your records.
By: Federal Trade Commission
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   2011 Referral Directory Legal Services and Other Resources This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
Legal services and other resources for low-income Texans. 		  
   
   Action Plan for Victims of Identity Theft This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
This is an action plan for victims of identity theft.
By: VICARS 		  
   
   Asserting Your Rights as a Crime Victim
The Texas constitution and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure give crime victims certain rights, but many crime victim rights are only granted if the victim asks for them. It is a good idea to make the request in writing so that the victim can prove the request was made. As soon as a victim finds out about the arrest, the victim should let the prosecutor's office know that the victim wants to assert his or her rights.
By: Texas Legal Services Center 		  
   
   Business Records Affidavit
This affidavit should accompany the sample letter to a collection company or other business. 		  
   
   Fair Credit Reporting Act This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This resource provides information about the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
By: VICARS 		  
   
   Fighting Back Against Identity Theft -- Video (Separate Website)

By: Federal Trade Commission 		  
   
   Fox26Law: Your Legal Questions Answered (Separate Website)
Every Tuesday and Thursday in its 7 a.m. newscast on FOX 26 Morning News, legal analyst Chris Tritico offers up some free legal insight. On this page you can ask your questions, watch previous segments, and read Chris' online-only responses to various questions.
By: Fox26 KRIV 		  
   
   How to Save Money and Avoid Theft: Cashing Checks and Opening Bank Accounts This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: National Consumer Law Center
    Read this in: Spanish / Español 		  
   
   How to Select a Lawyer This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: The State Bar of Texas 		  
   
   Improve Your Credit Score with these Simple Secrets (Separate Website)

By: AARP 		  
   
   Limited Scope Representation This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
A way for people with limited money to afford an attorney.
By: Legal Hotlines for Texans 		  
   
   Sample Letter - Business
Sample letter to business confirming identity theft
By: VICARS 		  
   
   Sample Letter - Collection Company
Sample letter to collection agencies confirming identity theft
By: VICARS 		  
   
   Sample letter - Credit Reporting Companies
Sample letter to credit reporting company confirming identity theft
By: VICARS 		  
   
   TAKE CHARGE: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft This link opens a PDF file in a new window. If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
In the course of a busy day, you may write a check at the grocery store, charge tickets to a ball game, rent a car, mail your tax returns, change service providers for your cell phone, or apply for a credit card. Chances are you don't give these everyday transactions a second thought. But an identity thief does. Identity theft is a serious crime. People whose identities have been stolen can spend months or years and thousands of dollars cleaning up the mess the thieves have made of a good name and credit record.
By: Federal Trade Commission 		  
   
   Victims Initiative for Counseling, Advocacy, and Restoration of the Southwest (VICARS) (Separate Website)
Defending the rights of victims of identity theft and financial fraud in the Southwest
By: VICARS 		  
   
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