: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provides easy-to-print checklists and sample letters for notifying banks and creditors about unauthorized accounts or charges. Steps to Protect and Recover
Depending on the type of fraud, you should prioritize these official documents:
: While not always required, a formal police report from your local department serves as secondary evidence of the crime. It is often needed to request an extended seven-year fraud alert on your credit files.