The assumption of another person's identity for the use in fraudulent transactions that result in a loss to the victim resulting in the acquisition of something of value by the offender(s). Types of identity crimes include identity theft, credit card/access device fraud ("skimming"), check fraud, bank fraud, false identification fraud, and passport/visa fraud.

a. Robber
b. Thief
c. Identity Theft
d. Burglar


Answer: c. Identity Theft

Criminal Justice

You might also like to view...

What happens when the prosecutor does not follow through with a plea bargaining offer after the court accepts the bargain?

a. There are no consequences. b. A due process violation occurs. c. A Fourth Amendment violation occurs. d. A Sixth Amendment violation occurs.

Criminal Justice

Collaborative, team-based programs that aim to improve the link between parole supervision and treatment providers to help recent parolees become stabilized are

A. reentry courts. B. drug courts. C. reintegration courts. D. day reporting centers.

Criminal Justice

In which state of the continuum does the agency strive to improve the services offered to diverse populations?

A. cultural blindness B. cultural precompetence C. cultural competence D. culturally proficient

Criminal Justice

Research in criminal justice leadership is predominately focused on the behavior of individual leaders is known as the ______________ approach

A. Inspirational B. Emotional C. Behavioral D. Informational

Criminal Justice