SecureID to combat ID Theft
“Identity theft and fraud is the fastest growing crime in the United States, and government-issued documents like our driver’s licenses and ID cards are targets for people who commit these crimes. In fact, the BMV today has over 500 active cases of identity theft or fraud.” – Andy Miller, commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).
The SecureID initiative to combat identity theft and enhance the security of driver’s licenses and ID cards was announced last week.
Effective January 1, 2010, all Hoosiers will need to complete three simple steps when renewing, amending or applying for a new driver’s license or ID card: 1. Assemble appropriate documents proving their identity, 2. Present those documents at a local license branch, and 3. Receive their driver’s license or ID in the mail after security checks are complete.
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