Identity Theft Investigations
Identity Theft Investigations
What is Identity Theft?
IDENTITY THEFT is the unlawful acquisition and deliberate use of another individual’s BIO-DATA that is bought and sold on the DARK WEB for nefarious intent, sharing a close relationship to cyber crimes. Identity theft is a serious crime that violates both state and federal law, creating serious damage for its victims. Local, state, and federal law enforcement provide minimal recourse in terms of prosecution and mitigation of this crime and its TERRIBLE CONSEQUENCES.
Common Identity Theft Documents
- Passports & Visas
- Drivers Licenses
- Social Security Cards
- Credit Cards
IDENTITY THEFT is characterized by the TRUE ID and the IMPOSTOR who has stolen the TRUE ID’s identity. Using the TRUE ID’s bio data, the IMPOSTOR constructs a number of identity documents used to facilitate the criminal acts.
Our Operational Experience With Identity Theft
The US PASSPORT is the gold standard of identity theft documents. In addition to providing IMPOSTERS with a high-value form of identification, the US PASSPORT provides instant citizenship and free transit into and out of the US at will.
Our OPERATIONAL INVESTIGATIVE EXPERIENCE with the US DIPLOMATIC SECURITY SERVICE allowed for in-depth investigations into US PASSPORT AND VISA fraud involving sophisticated, high-level, multi-layer, criminal schemes.
Our high-level operational experience with US PASSPORT AND VISA FRAUD provides our clients with the serious expertise needed to mitigate the serious challenges of complex identity theft. Our operational experience provides an in-depth understanding of how this nefarious crime unfolds and how best to investigate it.
What Happens When an Identity is Stolen?
The TRUE ID of the individual is left to continuously compete against the IMPOSTOR for the normalcy and integrity of daily life. Common consequences of identity theft to the TRUE ID include:
- Damaged/Destroyed Credit
- Unjustified Repossession/Liens
- Compromised US Passport/Ability to Travel
- Negation of Public Benefits
- False Criminal Charges/Arrest Warrants
- Phantom Children
How Are Identities Stolen?
Identity theft occurs as a SECURITY LAPSE OR BREACH where bio-data is intentionally, inadvertently, or negligently exposed to a nefarious actor, often times working as an INSIDER THREAT. Breaches and lapses can occur as cyber breaches, abuse of position of trust, insider threats, poor or negligent handling of PII ( personally identifiable information), and or the intentional breach of good faith or trust.
Why Are Identities Stolen?
- Financial Gain
- Immigration Status/Travel
- Evasion From Criminal Charges
- Evasion of Civil Charges
- Evasion From Deportation
- Escape Poor Credit History/Collection/Repossession
What Is BIO-DATA?
BIO-DATA is short for BIOGRAPHICAL DATA that make up the components of one’s identity. With the unlawful acquisition and deliberate misuse of an individual’s bio-data, a criminal can TAKE ON THE IDENTITY of an unsuspecting person for nefarious intent.
BIODATA:
- Name
- Address
- Birthday
- Image and Likeness
- Country of Origin
- Academic Achievement
- Certifications and Licensing
Reasons Why Law Enforcement is Limited
- Geographical Jurisdiction Limitations
- Legal Jurisdiction Limitations
- Subject Matter Jurisdiction Limitations
- Resources
- Dollar Amount Thresholds for Prosecution
- Criminal Nexus Thresholds
- Lack of Investigative Expertise or Speciality
- Lack of Familiarity/Ignorance
Law Enforcement & Identity Theft
- The Cold Reality -
Like any other crime, victims of identity theft often turn to LOCAL OR STATE POLICE for help, only to discover the sobering limitations of what police offer in terms of investigations and mitigation. Many of these individuals turn to the FBI, falsely investing in the notion that their loss of tens of thousands of dollars from out-of-state and international actors is an automatic basis for a federal investigation.
While the FBI is one of a small handful of federal agencies that do have jurisdiction over identity theft, the ECONOMIC THRESHOLDS HOVER AT SEVERAL HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS, further requiring a nexus to more serious criminal activity.
What is an Identity Theft Investigation?
Depending on the client, an identity theft investigation can take two pathways:
INDIVIDUAL/ATTORNEY: An identity theft investigation for an individual or an individual represented by counsel focuses on obtaining evidence to legally prove the TRUE ID is not the responsible party for the implicated civil and or criminal liabilities.
CORPORATE: An identity theft investigation for corporate focuses on the issue of INSIDER THREAT, the facts surrounding the breach, and the follow-on activity or actions post-breach.
Who is a Candidate for Identity Theft Investigation?
NOT ALL INSTANCES of identity theft warrant an identity theft investigation. Identity theft investigations are best utilized for instances where a CREDITOR OR PUBLIC ENTITY REFUSES TO RELEASE THE TRUE ID from the burden of debt or public charge, absent strong evidence proving their claim.
Equally, identity theft investigations are well-suited for discovering and MITIGATING CORPORATE INSIDER THREATS and the follow-up activity thereof, as well as the development of security protocols to prevent future events.
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How Can Operational Dynamics Help?
While each case is unique, we deploy a number of CRITICAL INVESTIGATIVE METHODOLOGIES to serve our clients’ needs and bring them closer to mitigation. Some of the methodologies and processes we employ:
- Investigation of Breach
- Insider Threat Investigation
- On-site Evidence/Collection Development
- Witness Interviews
- Surveillance System Recovery
- Affidavits
- SURVEILLANCE of known or suspected SUBJECTS
- Interstate Investigation
- Training
- Security Protocol Development
- Coordination with Attorneys and Law Enforcement
- Courtroom Testimony
Are You The Victim of Identity Theft?
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