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Connecticut Identity Theft Laws
More Information on Identity Theft Laws
| Code Section | Criminal: Conn. Gen. Stat. §53a-129a (2001); Civil: Conn. Gen. Stat. §52-571h (2001) |
| Classification of Crime/Penalties | Automatic class D felony |
| Who May Prosecute | Any prosecuting authority |
| Exemptions to Identity Theft Laws | - |
| Civil Lawsuit Allowed? | Civil action allowed |
| Civil Remedies Available | Greater of $1,000 or treble damages; costs and reasonable attorney fees if plaintiff prevails |
| Misc. | - |
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