A family member has been using my identity and I wanted to know how I can clear up my credit without getting them in trouble?
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A family member has been using my identity and I wanted to know how I can clear up my credit without getting them in trouble?
I’ve never signed up for anything in my name before yet I owe a little less than $5,000 to different companies. I’m only 20 years old and I haven’t even started my life yet and it seems like I never will with what she has done. Although she screwed up my credit I don’t want her to go to jail. Is there a way around that?
Asked on April 17, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Massachusetts
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If a family memmber has been using your name to get credit for herself, there really is no way that you can clean up the situation withiout getting the family member in trouble. What she has done is clearly wrong morally and legally. You are now going to suffer unless you do something to protect your interests.
I suggest the following:
1. contact all companies via the telephone and by letter advising them that you are a victim of identity theft.
2. contact law enforcement as well.
Keep a copy of all letters sent to the presumed credit card companies for future reference and need.
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