The Dictionary of Internal Security

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identity crime - noun + noun MP3
 
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Def: a generic term for identity theft, creating a false identity or committing identity fraud
Example: Identity crime often involves the use of a false identity.
 
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There is no universally accepted definition of identity crime. The term is often used interchangeably with the terms ‘identity fraud’ and ‘identity theft’ to cover a broad range of conduct involving the unauthorised or improper use of personal identification information.
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