Illegal Workers And Identity Theft
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The Growing Issue of Identity Theft and Illegal Workers
Overview
Identity theft is an escalating issue affecting millions globally, with up to nine million victims annually in the United States alone. A significant contributor to this problem is illegal workers using stolen Social Security Numbers (SSNs) to secure employment and housing. These stolen identities often belong to children or the elderly, who are less likely to notice any discrepancies.
How It Happens
When Social Security Administration records don't align with a worker's information, the wages are diverted into a suspense file. Since 1937, these files have accumulated nearly six billion dollars in wages, originating from over 260 million mismatched W-2 forms. While the majority of these discrepancies are due to illegal workers using stolen identities, they can also result from unreported name changes or other clerical errors.
Motivations Behind Identity Theft
Though many undocumented workers resort to identity theft to find employment, some cases are driven by more malicious intents, such as bank fraud. Following the 1986 federal immigration reform, employers were mandated to maintain SSNs and other employee information, compelling illegal workers to provide seemingly valid SSNs?"potentially yours.
Government and Legislative Responses
Recently, a legislative meeting addressed this issue, leading the Bush administration to propose a policy aimed at mitigation. However, this policy is currently under litigation and temporarily restrained, awaiting constitutional validation. While the government seeks solutions, individuals can take proactive steps to protect their identities.
Protecting Your Identity
To safeguard against traditional identity theft, such as bank fraud and credit damage, consider the following precautions:
- Use a cross-cut shredder for personal documents.
- Limit the personal information you share publicly.
- Closely monitor your identification documents, like your driver's license and Social Security card.
However, there's little you can do to prevent someone from randomly selecting your SSN for employment purposes. Until comprehensive legislation addresses this issue, our protection measures remain limited.
By understanding the link between illegal workers and identity theft, you can better safeguard your personal information.
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