Please be on the alert for Identify and Credit Fraud for persons using the assumed names. Fraudulent purchase attempts have occurred at multiple dealerships within BC and AB over the last couple days. It appears that this type of activity is on the increase. Typically these attempts are out-of-province purchases.
This is an important reminder to all dealers to ensure proper processes are in place when it comes to online or out of province sales. Please ensure that a person’s identification is thoroughly vetted and that credit applications or credit card payments match appropriately.
Tips for Verifying Identification:
Third party verification services are available from both Equifax and TransUnion.
Here are some tips to follow when verifying an individual’s identification
Study the cardholder information as well as identification:
Please be on alert for fake identification. Follow your dealershipโs guidelines and educate yourself on potential identification fraud.
The following link provides information on how to identify a legitimate BC Driverโs License:
Standard features of a BC Driver’s License:
Examine the ID carefully:
It is important to review your selling practice.
Thank you for your assistance.
