Information for Law Enforcement
How to Request Fraudulent Transaction or Account Information
Pursuant to § 609(e) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681g), and California Penal Code § 530.8, Financial Code § 4002, 22470, and Civil Code § 1748.95
Instructions for Law Enforcement
These documents relate to the federal and California laws that require creditors and other business entities to give an identity theft victim copies of the application and other business records relating to a fraudulent transaction or account. The victim may designate a law enforcement agency to receive the information.
These documents were prepared to assist victims and law enforcement in implementing these laws. They are not mandatory and may be modified if desired.
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Instructions for Identity Theft Victims on Requesting Fraudulent
Transaction/Account Information. (PDF)
A law enforcement officer may use this form to help the victim determine the creditors or businesses from which to request information. The officer fills out the form, signs it and gives it to the victim.
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Identity Theft Victim's Fraudulent Transaction or Account Information Request (PDF)
The law enforcement officer signs this form where indicated. The victim makes copies of the form and fills out one copy for each business. The victim or the law enforcement officer sends the form, along with any additional information as explained in 3 below, and mails or faxes it to each business.
- Possible Need for Additional Identifying Information and Proof of Identity Theft Claim
A business may require the victim to provide proof of identity, such as a driver’s license or other government-issued identification card, or identifying information of the same type provided by the unauthorized person. A business may also ask for proof of a claim of identity theft, such as a police report and a standardized affidavit, such as the one provided as part of the Identity Theft Victim Packet on this Web site.
If you have questions about this process or if a creditor or other business refuses to provide the information requested, please contact the California Office of Privacy Protection at 866-785-9663. The Office is monitoring compliance with these laws and will contact businesses and make referrals to the Attorney General's office if indicated.
