Friday, August 18, 2006

Massachusetts, One Of The Few States Without Any Real ID Theft Law

STATE MUST PASS IDENTITY THEFT LAW - Cape Cod Today

Massachusetts once again let the legislative session expire without taking action on passing an identity theft law.  "While erradicating identity theft in the information age may appear impossible, 36 states have laws aimed at prosecuting identity thieves and ensuring that consumers have the best chance to protect themselves. One needs only to talk to somebody who has been a victim of identity theft to understand the seriousness of this outrageous crime, and hear the desparate pleas for help." Yet, Massachusetts legislators seem unconcerned or are place special interest groups ahead of the people of the state, claims Dick Neitz, candidate for State Representative in the First Barnstable District.  To read the rest of the article, click the link below...

STATE MUST PASS IDENTITY THEFT LAW
Cape Cod Today, MA - 9 hours ago
In March, the Committee on Consumer Protection approved "Identity Theft" legislation, but the end of the legislative sessions came without any real action ...

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