Identity Theft Prevention Act

The Identity Theft Prevention Act is a law designed to protect individuals from unauthorized use of their personal information. It requires organizations to implement measures like monitoring for suspicious activity, verifying identities before sharing or changing information, and promptly notifying individuals if their data is compromised. The goal is to prevent identity theft, where someone fraudulently uses another person’s details to commit fraud or theft. Overall, it promotes better security practices to safeguard personal information and help victims recover if their identity is stolen.