Criminal Law

Identity Theft

/ y-DEN-tih-tee theft /

Definition

Fraudulently using another person\'s personal information for gain.

Used in Context

“Identity theft caused thousands of dollars in fraudulent charges.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: identitas, sameness

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