Over the past decade, identity theft and fraud have become an increasing problem throughout the nation. The problem is becoming more comples, challenging, and costly. Due to the large amount of individuals affected by identity theft and fraud, Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center, Inc., with the support of Office for Victims of Crime, will be working in conjunction with other national and local agencies to serve victims to the best of our ability. The funding awarded to MCVRC is being used to enhance its exisiting practice to provide free assistance to victims of identity theft and financial fraud through increasing direct victim services; self-advocacy and pro bono attorney development. Our services include providing victims with legal representation on the state and federal level.

1-877-VICTIM1

Steps to take if you are a victim of identity theft or fraud:

• place a fraud alert on your credit report by contacting TransUnion, Equifax, and /or Experian
• close out acounts that have been tampered with or opened fraudulently
• fill out the ID theft complaint form and file it with your local police department
• keep a detailed record of any and all correspondance you initiate and/or recieve regarding ID theft
• Report the theft to the Federal Trade Commission
• If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact MCVRC at:

301-952-0063 (Upper Marlboro, MD)

410-234-9885 (Baltimore, MD)

1-877-VICTIM1 (toll free)

fraud@mdcrimevictims.org