This information is from an Equifax customer service representative:
Learn
the basics about SB 168, California's credit freeze
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How do I add an Equifax security freeze? |
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add an Equifax security freeze, your request must be submitted
in writing to Equifax via certified mail. Equifax Post Office Box 105788 Atlanta, GA 30348 In your letter give your first name, middle initial and last name, with Jr., etc. Give your home address, your Social Security number and your birth date. You may pay by check, money order or credit card (Visa, Master Card, American Express or Discover only). If paying by credit card, give name of card, account number and expiration date. |
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How much will it cost? |
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security freeze is free if you are a victim of identity theft
and provide Equifax with a valid police report or Department
of Motor Vehicles investigative report. The
fee to add a security freeze is $10. |
Background
on Security Freeze
If you are a resident of California, you have the right as of January
1, 2003 to place a security freeze on your credit report. A Security
Freeze will prevent access to your credit report, allowing you to
control which companies may see your credit report. However, there
are certain exemptions to the Security Freeze allowed by state law
that allows companies to view your report even though it is frozen.
