The four women then allegedly used the stolen background check information to commit identity theft by obtaining credit cards, opening accounts, and purchasing items. (esrcheck.com)
The companies promising to give you a new identity may be using stolen credit card numbers, the FTC says, which puts you in the position of unwittingly committing identity theft. (sapling.com)
It is possible to apply for a payday loan without committing identity theft but still provide false or doctored information such as fake checking account documents or employer information to be verified using known false contacts. (stockmonkeys.com)