The unauthorized use of another individual’s personal information to commit fraudFraud is defined as a deliberate and deceptive act carried out with the intent to gain an unfair or unlawful advantage. Fraud is mostly associated with deceit, misrepresentation or concealment of information in order to gain a financial advantage and personal gain. The term fraud encompasses a wide range of dishonest activities, including but not limited to creating false statements,... More, such
as opening fraudulent bank accounts, obtaining loans, or making purchases.