| LifeLock signs pact with NRA
Identity theft prevention service company LifeLock added a big gun to its list of clients, signing the National Rifle Association in a pact that gives members of the firearms organization discounted rates. LifeLock, based in Tempe, communicates with the nation's largest credit reporting agencies to make stolen information unusable to thieves. Backed by a $1 million guarantee, the company essentially reports stolen data, including bank account, credit card and social security numbers, to the agencies to stop charges from being approved. The service also removes customers names from junk mail lists and pre-approved credit card offers. With the partnership, NRA members will receive 60 days of free service and a 10 percent discount. The monthly cost for LifeLock is $10.
Officials: Take action to prevent identity theft
Anyone can become a victim of identity theft.Each year, identity theft affects about 9 million Americans, according to information released by the Federal Trade Commission. In fact, the problem is so widespread that President George W. Bush recently commissioned a task force to identify solutions to the issue.The April 2007 report, titled "Combating Identity Theft: A Strategic Plan," concluded that reducing opportunities for identity theft and increasing public awareness were two of the most vital steps in reducing the number of victims."Only a comprehensive and fully coordinated strategy to combat identity theft — one that encompasses effective prevention, public awareness and education, victim assistance, and law enforcement measures, and that fully engages federal, state, and local authorities and the private sector — will have any chance of solving the problem," the report said.Last year, more than 17,700 fraud and identity theft cases were reported in Florida, according to a recent press release from the Florida Attorney General's Office.
Yuma lawmaker victim of ID theft
State Sen. Amanda Aguirre, who has made identity theft prevention one of her legislative priorities, says she became a victim of the crime earlier this month when a credit card of hers was used fraudulently. "My immediate thought was this couldn't be happening," Aguirre said. "It's a reality check that anyone can be a victim of identity theft." Aguirre said she received a call earlier this month on her cell phone from her credit card company, which wanted to confirm whether she had bought some shoes. The following day, she got another call asking whether she had bought what appeared to be clothing. Both transactions, which were made online, were done using her credit number. In total, the purchases amounted to more than $3,000. The purchases were ordered from stores in North Carolina and California and supposed to be mailed to addresses in those states.
Ahwatukee Foothills hosts forum on crime
A meeting meant to help residents learn about crime and fraud prevention turned into a tough questions-and-answers session for Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard and other Phoenix officials Monday night in Ahwatukee Foothills. About 100 residents came to the meeting at the Desert Vista High School cafeteria armed with tough questions for Goddard, who was joined on a panel by Phoenix Police Chief Jack Harris and Phoenix City Councilman Greg Stanton. Goddard opened the meeting saying he wanted special emphasis to be put on prevention of crime and fraud, and discussed topics such as identity theft and consumer fraud. Harris and Stanton also addressed the group briefly, discussing topics such as methamphetamine abuse, gang activity and the future of the police presence in Ahwatukee Foothills.
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The L.A. area's 10 most intriguing sports figures
The laconic Garciaparra remains the most popular Dodger, even in his decline. The shy Hamm remains the darling of global women's soccer, even in retirement. -8. Jamie McCourt, Dodgers vice-chairman and president. Anyone else not sure hubby Frank makes a decision without Jamie signing off? From his cuff links to his free agents? She seems to be a hard-driving control freak leery of the media but intent on making the Dodgers (and her husband and herself) major players in All Things L.A. -9. Ed Roski Jr., chief executive, Majestic Realty. Not well-known by sports fans, but Roski is the one guy with a viable plan to bring a National Football League franchise to the area. He owns 600 acres in the City of Industry, is talking with NFL officials ...
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