ID Theft & the Law

The legal aspects of identity fraud including how it's prosecuted and reported. Articles examine organised crime connections, data theft methods and official fraud prevention organisations.

Identity Theft and Money Laundering

Criminals use stolen identities to launder illegal money and hide its origins through fake bank accounts and credit cards.

Identity Theft as a Crime

Identity theft happens when criminals use your personal details to get money or goods in your name, and anyone over 16 can be targeted.

Mobile Telephones and Data Theft

Your mobile phone stores sensitive data, and using public Wi-Fi puts it at serious risk of theft.

Organised Crime and Identity Fraud

Organised crime gangs are stealing identities and personal details to commit fraud across the UK, costing millions annually.

Prosecuting Identity Fraud

See what happens when identity fraudsters get caught and how victims can seek justice through prosecution.

Proving Your Identity

Learn when and how to prove your identity in everyday situations, from banking to healthcare to legal age verification.

Q and A: Reporting Identity Theft

Report identity theft to police and credit agencies immediately to protect your accounts and get a crime reference number.

The Work of CIFAS

CIFAS is the UK's fraud prevention service that helps banks, insurers and other organisations share data to stop identity theft and scams.

Types of Identity Theft

Identity theft goes far beyond stealing money, criminals use stolen identities for immigration fraud, terrorism, and other serious crimes.

Wireless Internet Surfing and the Risks of Identity Theft

Unencrypted wireless networks leave your personal information exposed to thieves who can intercept your data from anywhere nearby.