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Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act

The Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act can carry penalties of up to 15 years when proven, and could be used to charge Prince Andrew with misuse of another person's identity.

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What criminal statutes and penalties apply to purchasing stolen payment card data in the United States?

Purchasing stolen payment-card data in the United States can trigger a web of federal and state criminal statutes — including laws criminalizing trafficking in access devices, identity theft, wire/mai...