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ID Theft
Identity theft occurs when someone uses another person's personal
information to defraud them, creditors, other people, or businesses.
Identity theft may include credit card or debit card fraud, mail fraud,
applying for additional credit cards using the fraudulent identity
and other crimes.
If you are a victim of identity theft:
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Contact the Bank of Geneva immediately. (Please call toll-free
at 800-274–5127 if outside of local area.)
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Close the effected account/s.
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Contact the fraud department of each of the three major credit
bureaus (EQUIFAX, experían®, TransUnion®) to place a fraud alert
on your credit file.
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File a police report.
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File a complaint with the
Federal Trade Commission
Some Identity Theft Links
Security Tips
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Safeguard your confidential information.
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Shred confidential information before discarding.
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Do not store your ATM card PIN # with your card.
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Keep internet passwords for banking web sites in a secure location.
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The Bank of Geneva will NOT request your confidential customer
information via e-mail.
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 Comprehensive
coverage to protect you from Identity Theft
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Monitors your credit report against fraudulent activity
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Restoration services to restore your credit should you fall victim
to identity theft.
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