Protection improves as credit card fraud fights advance
The article recalls a theft ring using fake wholesale jewelry to drain a bank account and notes federal protections limit unauthorized charges to 50 dollars per card after loss or theft. It discusses consumer duties, truth in lending timelines, and advances like magnetic strips, point of sale terminals, and potential biometrics to curb fraud.
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How to reduce your risks of credit card theft
Practical tips to protect credit cards from theft and misuse. Keep cards separate from IDs, carry in secure locations, limit cards carried, monitor receipts and statements, notify offices quickly after theft, file police reports, and beware of sharing card numbers or responding to phone solicitations. The guide cites Lt. Edward M. Shea urging vigilance and prompt action.
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