identity theft scams - should you provide a copy of your DL to an internet company?

Question

This is a refinance company and the drivers license has the ss#

Answer 1

First, you should contact your state's commissioner of financial regulation or banking to make sure they're properly licensed to conduct business in your state. Assuming they are, your financial information is protected under the terms of the Graham-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), which safeguards personal information collected by financial institutions. A company performing mortgage refinancing does qualify as a financial institution under the GLBA.

During the refinancing process, you've undoubtedly been asked to provide your SSN already, so that it's on your DL shouldn't be an issue. Typically, companies require a copy of a government-issued picture ID so they can be sure you are who you say you are. If you absolutely object, they cannot require your DL, but can require some other form of government-issued picture ID. You can go to your local DMV and get an ID made, but call ahead and ask whether it will show your SSN.

You may also want to contact your State Delegate and complain about your SSN appearing on your DL. It's my understanding that the majority of states in the U.S. have eradicated this due to financial privacy concerns.

Answer 2

NO!!! I would get a phone number, do a reverse lookup on it and then call them with the info if they are a real company. I would never give that info online!

Answer 3

no

Answer 4

I wouldn't do it!!