Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 205 - Identity Theft Program Cards
Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) Chapter 205 – Identity Theft Program Cards contains regulations that implement and clarify provisions in Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 205.4651–205.4657, which address identity theft and the Identity Theft Program administered by the Nevada Attorney General's Office.
🔹 Purpose of NAC Chapter 205
This chapter specifically governs the issuance, use, and administration of Identity Theft Program Cards, which are offered to verified victims of identity theft in Nevada. These cards help individuals prove to law enforcement and creditors that their identity was fraudulently used.
🔹 Key Provisions in NAC Chapter 205
Application for Identity Theft Card
Victims must submit a notarized application.
Must include a police report and supporting documentation showing they were a victim of identity theft.
Eligibility and Review
The Attorney General’s Office reviews the application.
If approved, a program card is issued as verification of victim status.
Use of the Card
The card can be presented to:
Law enforcement officers
Creditors and financial institutions
Credit reporting agencies
It does not guarantee legal immunity but helps prove a case of mistaken identity.
Revocation or Denial
The Attorney General can deny or revoke a card if false information is provided or if eligibility is not met.
Confidentiality
Information submitted to the Identity Theft Program is kept confidential to protect the victim’s privacy.
🔹 Related Statutes
| Legal Reference | Description |
|---|---|
| NRS 205.4651–205.4657 | Statutory basis for the Identity Theft Program |
| NRS 228.175 | Duties of the Attorney General related to identity theft victims |
| NRS 603A | Protection of personal information (data privacy law) |
🔹 Administering Agency
Nevada Attorney General’s Office
Website: https://ag.nv.gov
Victim Services Division → Identity Theft Program
🔸 Summary
NAC Chapter 205 ensures that victims of identity theft in Nevada can:
Obtain a state-recognized Identity Theft Program Card
Present official proof of victimization
Reduce harm from criminal misuse of their personal data
Would you like:
A step-by-step guide to apply for an Identity Theft Program Card in Nevada?
A sample application form and checklist of required documents?
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