Check Fraud Tips

Prevent Identity Theft and Other Forms of Fraud

EZShield Check Fraud Protection Program

Monitor your accounts and monthly statements to ensure their accuracy.

Each year, order copies of your credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus to verify their accuracy.

Thoroughly shred documents containing any personal information before disposing.

Never write your Personal Identification Number on your ATM/Debit card, and never write your Social Security number or credit card number on a check

Remove passwords, pin numbers and identification cards containing your social security number from your purse or wallet.

Never put outgoing mail that may contain checks or tax documents in your mailbox at home.

At home, keep a checklist of the critical items stored in your wallet, purse, laptop and/or PDA.

Only order from Internet sites that use secure methods of obtaining personal account or credit card information.

Always log off after an online banking session.

If you suspect your identity has been stolen:

1. Immediately file a report with your local police.
2. Call the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-ID-Theft.
3. Contact the three major credit bureaus to place a fraud alert on your record.
4. Maintain a log of each Contact with authorities.

EZShield Check Fraud Protection Program, 888-447-2566, or visit www.ezshield.org