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Identity Theft: NYS Security Freeze Law

This New York State Consumer Protection brochure offers information you need to know about identity theftand the New York State Security Freeze Law. Identity Theft occurs when someone uses your name or personal information to open an unauthorized new account, make unauthorized charges, secure services or benefits, or borrow money. This crime continues to be the most common consumer fraud complaint, affecting approximately 10 million Americans each year. It is of particular concern in New York, which has one of the highest per-capita rates of Identity Theft in the country. New Yorkers have a tool to use against Identity Theft: the New York State Security Freeze Law.

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