Stolen Identification
Identity fraud is the act of using a stolen identity to obtain goods or services by deception. This usually involves the use of stolen, forged or counterfeit documents such as a passport or driving licence. The term ‘goods or services’ typically includes bank accounts, mortgages, credit cards, retail products, an application for a job or simply dishonest claims for state benefits.
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“If some beggar steals a bridle
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which makes the rich thief hang the poor one.”
—Peire Cardenal (c. 1180–1272)