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Identity Theft Issues
The criminal act of assuming another person's identity for the purpose of initiating financial transactions
475 Questions
What natwest branch has this sort code 54-21-38?
National Westminister Bank, Cathedral Square, Peterborough PE1 1HW
What are some Royal Bank of Scotland scams?
The Royal Bank of Scotland is very much aware of a number of scams that intend to take money from unsuspecting people. Their website devotes several pages to the subject. Please see discussion comments for those and other links regarding banking scams.
One of the most common scams is called "transfer fee scam" or "advance fee scam". The "mark" or selected victim is sent a barrage of emails encouraging friendship, then enlisting their help. There is usually some very sad tale of woe, like
- Their family died (sometimes killed by rebels)
- They escaped harm because they were elsewhere, like away at school
- The poor soul is now in a refugee camp or in somewhat dire straits
- The dead parents have large sums of money in a bank that is inaccessible to them.
- They need someone to act as an agent to access their money. This is where the mark becomes useful.
- The scammer provides bank employee names and contact information.
- The 'bank' requests documents, bank account and personal ID information from the mark, supposedly to validate their ID and the account to which the money is to be transferred.
- The 'bank' may also required a transaction fee.
The end result is that there is no bank account awaiting transfer, the transaction fee disappears into the pockets of the scammers along with the contents of the victim's bank account.
If you receive any messages even vaguely similar to the above scenario
- Do not respond to the emails
- Do not contact, phone or email the contacts provided
- Do not send your account information, any personal ID documents, or any money to the 'bank' involved.
- Do not depend upon social media sites to verify the contact information. Scammers have the same access that you do and will very happily say that everything is valid.
- Contact your own bank about the scam.
- Consider reporting the abuse to the Internet Service Provider that the scammers use.
No, it is a scam they are trying to steal your money.
No. Any information found using the name of Nelson Smith at the Royal Bank of Scotland indicates that the request is a Scam and there is no such person at the Royal Bank of Scotland, nor is there a position called "Transfer Officer".
There is no job titled "Transfer Officer" at the Royal Bank of Scotland.
Mr. Oliver Stocken is a fictional Bank Employee used in 419 E-Mail Scams.
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What special qualifications do identity theft attorneys possess?
An identity theft attorney can help to clear one's name should their identity ever be stolen. Having your identity stolen can be a lengthy process. An attorney will help provide the necessary information and steps that need to be taken to ensure you are not held responsible for any crimes committed by the imposter.
What are the positives of identity theft?
Identity Theft is the act of stealing personal information and using that information to steal money and possessions up to and including the victim's residence. It is a devastating experience for the victim who faces a long and arduous process dealing with bill collectors, credit agencies, banks, other financial institutions, and the IRS. Identity theft is a crime but few cases are brought to court. It is difficult to see any positives in being the victim of identity theft. Not until one's identity is restored and recovery well advanced is it possible to even consider that the changes that occur in the victim may be positive. Nevertheless, victims who recover from identity theft usually emerge stronger, more assertive and more organized.
Are there any banks that do not use Chex Systems or Telecheck?
Some banks that do not use Chexsystems or Telecheck reports are TCF Financial, National City Bank, PNC Financial Services, and Compass Bank. Another option would be to get a prepaid Visa or MasterCard account which allows for direct deposit.
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How do you desroy the magnetic strip on gift cards?
The best way to destroy the magnetic strip on any type of card is to cut the strip into pieces (or use a shredding machine that accepts cards).
Gift cards, aside from their value, do not create major identity theft challenges because they are generic and not tied to a particular person.
Alternatively, one may run a magnet back and forth over the strip and all of the data on the strip will be jumbled, not allowing any use from the magnet rub forward.
Is purchasing with a credit card more secure then purchasing with a debit card?
Purchasing with a Debit Card can be considered more secure. If you use the PIN function, it can be very secure. Most establishments dont ask for proper identification when buying with credit. Keep in mind that MOST debit cards also contain a credit function. Most credit cards and debit cards are protected by fraud from the financial institution that issues the card. In this day and age, the money can be re-deposited into your account.
It refers to the type of personal relationship with a bank that existed in an earlier, less cold and impersonal time.
When we wish we could all go back to the way things were- The simple life.
We walked to the corner to deposit our money, greeted by name and treated like a family member. We thought it was safe because Banks didn't take any risks. We trusted Bob the Banker because he didn't try and sell us something every time we walked in.
*The term "Hovis banking" is based on Hovis flour and bread, a UK brand name since 1886, whose marketing reflects the nostalgic appeal of bygone times.
Can someone other than a payee cash a check?
Both parties would need to be present (with ID) at the financial institution so that both endorsements can be verified to cash the check. - this depends on certain factors, depending on type of check and/or financial institution.
In some cases the payee can endorse the check over to another person by adding certain phraseology, and the original payee may or may not have to be present for the second endorser (payee) to be able to cash the check - ID in either case is usually required. Or, the "new" (second) payee would have to show ID, and/or use a bank he/she has an account. Sometimes banks will require that it be deposit only, for safety/protection of both the bank and the original payee, to "hold" it for 3-5 days before releasing funds from an account.
To save typing out all scenarios one can or can't will only make this into a long article there are many factors, and it's not a yes or no answer. Example of other factors: say the payee, first or second, does successfully cash the check, but later it's found that there were not sufficient funds, someone can be in big trouble. Both financially and legally.
(See sources for more info; esp. those relating to Check Fraud)
What are the advantages of using identity management software?
There are several advantages to using Identity Management Software. If one is using this software it is to protect ones identity and this software allows for that to happen. It protects the individual(s) identity while they are surfing the internet, doing banking online, using ones credit card online and several other things that may cause concern for someone stealing ones identity while doing these tasks online.
DSSE/TELEVISION IS A TRUE SCAM!! Their founder is a con artists that goes around with his crew stealing people's identities once they join their company. They make you believe that you are working for a good cause like feeding the homeless and fundraising for kids, when in fact they keep the money! They use famous people to get you drawn into their company, but really they are a big scam!! They will also make you many offers in exchange of selling candy to fundraise! I remember they had a girl that was their singer and they said she was working with Miami Sound Machine, well iM SURE BUT THEY ARE OUTDATED! I STILL HAVEN'T SEEN HER BECOME FAMOUS LIKE THEY SAID SHE AND OTHER 10 GIRLS THAT WERE THERE WOULD. Their founder is Sammy Mack whom many claim to be a pervert!! I saw that when they were in New York they had this blonde girl as their "supposedly" CEO, and now they have Jonathan Krane, whom I'm sure they paid to be part of, and maybe Krane is not aware of this company's criminal background. If you look up the girls they had in NY, none of them are there. I read that they closed their company unexpectedly in NY and went to California. I'm sure many other people realized the kind of company this is and filed lawsuits. That's why they had to leave. BE AWARE BECAUSE DSSE IS A TRUE, AND ONE OF THE BIGGEST SCAMS!!
How do you find someones driver license number for free?
Never happens, the cops anywhere won't release them.
Is the website The Motorcycle Loan Center safe?
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How do you wash off anti-theft dye?
Sorry, many criminals would love to know this but the truth is it only fades with time.
There are several products on the market now. Some leave trace amounts only visible under U/V light and others will leave magnetic trace that will set off alarms in stores.
Purple and red dyes are semi permanent and will remain for weeks. No amount of washing will remove it.
How do you know when a website is safe?
Well, there are many ways to know whether a website is safe or not.
Firstly, if anyone ever sends you a random link to a video or website, copy the link and open up your Google Browser, and then paste, and you will be able to see the website.
Now, if you have security systems on your computer like McAfee or Norton, they will be able to protect you from viruses, trojans, spyware, cookies and worms. When you download/install/purchase Norton Security and set everything up, a Green Tick, Grey Question Mark or Red Cross will appear next to every single website. Green means safe, Grey means Not Sure, and Red means not safe at all!
However, if you don't have specific security systems on your PC, there may be other ways to check a website. You could, search the website up first, scan for viruses or other problemetic things, ask someone, and avoid dodgy emails and messages at all costs!
What is EOD BOD concept in banking?
Eod- end of the day
bod- biggning of the day
Some operations are performed after the bank working hours , the application team take the bank software back-end and perform those operations.
What does identity theme mean?
it means when the character is finding out who they are. for instance, if the passage you read has something to do with the self-discovery of the character, then that's the theme of identity. hope this makes sense to you. Good luck.
Where can someone learn more about brand identity?
Someone can learn more about brand identity from online sources such as business dictionaries, sites devoted to marketing strategies and resources for newcomers to brand marketing and brand identity.
Does anybody actually sign the back of their credit cards?
Yes, and it's a pretty good idea. Signing your card means merchants have something to check the signature on the receipt against, which is supposed to be a key security step.
The reasoning against signing a credit card is usually that if your card gets stolen, the thief has an example to follow if they want to forge your signature. Some people will write "See ID" in the signature slot instead, hoping that message will prompt store clerks to ask to see the scoundrel's ID before ringing up the sale, thus blocking any fraudulent purchases.
This, however, is a flawed scheme at best. For one, lots of stores don’t check the back of the card, especially with the rise of self checkout machines. So that "See ID" message is probably not going to foil any scams. Additionally, thieves rarely take the time to practice their penmanship, so if you signed the back of your card and contest a fraudulent charge, their phony signature is pretty easy to spot.
And besides, you're probably in violation of the card’s terms of service if it’s not signed. Visa, for example, advises merchants who actually check that "an unsigned card is considered invalid and should not be accepted."
So yeah, lots of people sign their credit cards, and it’s generally a good practice.
Do you think cash should be electronic considering that identity theft is growing at a rapid rate?
I personally do not think that money should only be electronic due to the rapid growth rate of identity theft.
How do our choises and actions affect our identity?
everybody has different Religions & Spirituality that they believe in nobody should judge another person for there skin tone or believes or religions. no matter what never judge always be greatful for your skin tone/were you are from/Religions and etc!
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