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1.
An "extended alert" on your credit report means that you are a victim of identity theft, and it remains in place for seven years.
True. It differs from an "initial alert," which remains in place for six months.
2.
What is an identity theft affidavit?
It is a form provided by the Federal Trade Commission that creditors may accept when you claim you are not responsible for new transactions. The information you provide will help creditors investigate your claim.
3.
If your telephone service becomes a victim of identity theft, which federal agency can assist you?
Federal Communications Commission. The FCC handles communications-related issues.
4.
If one of your financial accounts has been defrauded and you need to close it, you can fill out and send in a fraud dispute form. If the company does not have one, you can get a sample form from the Federal Trade Commission.
True. The Federal Trade Commission offers a sample form to use; other government bodies also may offer them.
5.
If your passport has been stolen, the Securities and Exchange Commission is the first place you should contact about it.
False. For passport fraud, you should contact the US State Department.