9-million Americans are hurt by identity theft every year, and Missouri is not exempt from the problem. Doug Ommen of the Attorney General’s office says his consumer protection division can help you prevent becoming a victim.

Ommen says many people feel if they stay off certain Internet websites they’ll be safe, but there are many ways to steal your identity away from the Internet. Ommen says his website provides tips for protecting yourself, and for restoring your identity if it does get stolen.

For more information, go to http://ago.mo.gov/publications/idtheft.htm.