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PROTECT YOUR
PERSONAL INFORMATION – DON’T BECOME A VICTIM OF CRIME
Identity Theft is one of
the fastest growing CRIMES in the US today.
Texas is rated as No. 2 in the nation for incidents of
Identity Theft. The following information is provided as a
guide to assist you in the protection of your personal
information.
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Request your bank to
remove personal information (drivers license number and phone
number) off the face of your checks.
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Destroy used checks
and bank statements, or store them in a secure location. Don’t
discard them in the trash.
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Balance your checking
account each and every month.
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Do not keep your
Driver’s License, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, or Social Security
Card in your checkbook.
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Do not leave your
purse, wallet or checkbook inside an unattended vehicle.
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Report lost or stolen
checks to your bank and local law enforcement agency.
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Store unused checks in
a secure location inside your home or business.
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