 TITLE: How Does Identity Theft Happen? CONTENT: Mail Theft\n----------\nWhile many identity thieves have moved on to more sophisticated methods of accessing your information, some are content to stick with old school mail theft. If you get bank and credit card statements or send checks through the mail, you could be vulnerable.\nTo limit your exposure to mail theft, opt for e-statements with your bank and credit card companies. You'll get notifications in your email when they're ready and can view them in your online accounts. Also, if you have to send a check or letter with sensitive information, take it to your local post office or hand it directly to the mail carrier.\nFinally, consider getting a mailbox with a lock. With several other mailboxes in the area, a thief will likely move on to the next one rather than trying to break into yours. END