To thwart identify theft dumpster diving crooks: Shred/burn important documents instead of putting into the trash.

Don’t send mail from your mailbox, instead insert into secure mailing locations.

Look into renting a PO box.

Look into a locking mailbox.

https://www.thebalance.com/your-risky-mailbox-identity-theft-101-1947529

Know your mail schedule.

Report disruptions in mail delivery.

Use electronic communications, but this has another set of criminal issues/defenses.

Use monitoring services for your credit and identity.

Posted by: Byron King on 07/31/19 (This information is only accurate as of 07/31/19. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 07/31/19 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org)