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How is criminal identity theft different from regular identity theft?

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It is a crime and illegal instead of just frowned upon.


It has a less serious or damaging effect on the victim.


The thief uses the stolen identity when arrested for a crime.


The victim can more easily prove their identity was stolen.

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The thief uses the stolen identity when arrested for a crime.

Explanation: criminal identity theft occurs when someone gives another person’s name or identification to law enforcement or uses it in connection with criminal activity, potentially causing the victim to have arrest records or criminal charges under their name.