somebody opened my credit line without my permission and can i file a case against that person?
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somebody opened my credit line without my permission and can i file a case against that person?
Asked on April 27, 2009 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Yes, absolutely. It is both a criminal offense (police get involved) and if there is any impact to you (i.e., vendor making you responsible for payment for any charges made, impact to your credit report, etc), you can sue this person to be held responsible.
Try www.attorneypages.com to find a lawyer regarding a personal suit. He or she can help you through the simultaneous process of filing a proper police report.
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