08-1952 Identity Theft Detection and Prevention Program

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Introduction The goal of this policy is to prevent identity theft. The City of Casselberry recognizes the responsibility to safeguard customer's personal information during its collection, recording and handling within all City of Casselberry workplaces. The purpose of this policy is to create an Identity Theft Detection and Prevention Program utilizing guides set forth in the FACT Act (2003). Scone This policy applies to management and all personnel ofthe City of Casselberry. The following represents a policy for the development ofthe identity theft detection and prevention program. Any part or the whole of policies and procedures written and developed will be incorporated into the program where appropriate. This does not replace, but rather supplements, any City of Casselberry standing policies. Resnonsibility City of Casselberry must protect its customer data and implement policies and procedures that meet standards established by the Federal Trade Commission by November 1, 2008. Thereafter, the City of Casselberry will continually report and monitor the program's integrity, completeness, and deficiencies. Any oversight or patches to perfect the program will be reviewed and amended periodically. Definitions Identity Theft - Financial identity theft occurs when someone uses another consumer's personal information (name, social security number, etc.) with the intent of conducting multiple transactions to commit fraud that results in substantial harm or inconvenience to the victim or the City of Casselberry. This fraudulent activity may include opening deposit accounts with counterfeit checks or gaining access to the victim's accounts with the intent of depleting the balances or avoid payments for services delivered by the City of Casselberry. Red Flag - A pattern or particular specific activity that indicates the possible risk of identity theft. Privacy Committee The City of Casselberry's Privacy Committee is established to create, drive and monitor the program. The Privacy Officer functions as the head of the committee and reports to the City Manager regarding the outcome and needs of the Identity Theft Detection and Prevention Program.