February 22nd, 2022 1:03 PM by Salim (Sam) Kader MLO# 130505
If you are hit by a data breach or ID theft:
While there is no foolproof way to ensure that our information is safe, there are some steps we can take to protect ourself from identity theft.
Ask businesses to provide you with information about transactions made in your name. A template for a letter you can complete and send to businesses to request records is available on the Attorney General’s Office website at: https://www.atg.wa.gov/db-letter
If you receive a breach notification or believe that you may be a victim of identity theft, please visit the Washington Attorney General’s website for help.