How do I file an identity theft alert for my sons and myself?

Kristin D asked:
We are moving and my car was broken into. They stole my wallet, which had my sons’ social security cards, and my old one with my maiden name and my new one. They also ended up with my routing and account number, but I closed the account. They had my ID too, [...]

Do I have to file a police report where the identity theft occurred?

Adeline V asked:
I am a victim of identity theft. The police in the city in which I live (in Missouri) said they couldn’t file a report for identity theft since it occurred in another state, California. The detective told me I have to file in California. He also said he [...]

Is sending a prank email committing identity theft?

mrnutter0204 asked:
My friend and I sent an email to another kid, saying that they failed 8th grade. My friend set it up so that it looked like it was from the school. Now somehow that kid that we sent it to found out and is saying I broke the law. [...]