Presentation: Identity Theft is a Major Problem in America

Speaker: Janice Beardsley, Senior Director, LegalShield

Presentation Description: Identity theft is repeatedly the number one consumer complaint in America. Identity theft also continues to be one of the fastest growing crimes committed in America today. Identity theft can manifest itself in many different ways. There are six different categories: credit fraud, social security fraud, Driver’s License fraud, medical fraud, criminal/character fraud, and tax return fraud. It is important to protect yourself and your family from this ever growing crime.

CPE Credits: 1 hour

Agenda:

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize and discuss the different categories of identity theft schemes
• Understand how to protect yourself from identity theft

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Additional Information:

• Delivery Method: Group-Live
• Prerequisites: Working Knowledge of Fraud and Fraud Schemes
• Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge and Applications [Fraud]
• Who Should Attend?:  Anti-fraud professionals, Auditors, Accountants, Attorneys, Investigators, Law Enforcement, Educators, Students
• Advanced Preparation: None
• Program Level: Intermediate

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