This is possibly the easiest form of identity theft to commit. People are often careless, or don't think about the manner in which they carry their purse or wallet making their belongings "easy pickins" for skilled-fingered thieves. It is also possible for the thieves to sell your ID cards in which case multiple unknown people could have access to your information.
The information on your stolen driver's license provides your name, address, and date of birth, as well as a State driver's identity number. Thieves use this information to cause what will be a mammoth of a headache for you. These individuals can make extravagant purchases, apply for credit cards, apply for jobs, possibly use your identity as an alias, and throw your life into general disarray.
Driver's Licenses or State ID cards also contain your address. In the event that a thief steals your identification card with the intention to gain entry into your home, you or your family could be in potential danger. If your ID is lost or stolen, take extra precautionary measure at your own discretion.
WARNING FOR UNDER 21-YEAR-OLDS
Using a fake ID to get into bars and clubs seems like an alluring part of youth. I was under 21 not so long ago and I know it can be tempting, especially to use a real ID since it will scan. DO NOT do this! If you are caught trying to get into a 21-and-over establishment you may or may not be charged with identity theft, it really depends on the circumstances.
For example, simply using the ID card to get into a bar isn't hurting the actual owner of the ID; however, let's say that person has an open tab there and you now have access to it. Using that person's tab to rack up drinks and letting them unknowingly float the bill will get you into trouble. Bouncers and bartenders have good memories for faces.
Or on the flip side, lets say you get caught trying to get into somewhere using a fake ID and the bouncers or owners of the establishment decide to call the police. What if the police run the ID you're using and find out that the person who you're claiming to be has charges against them? Guess who is going to be in trouble.
Bottom line, wait until you're 21 to go to 21-and-over places. It's really not so bad and the wait makes your 21st birthday more fun.
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