Identity Theft
La. R.S. 14:67.16 — using another's identifying information to get something of value, graded by value and the victim's age
Identity theft is intentionally using, possessing or transferring another person's identifying information, with fraudulent intent and without consent, to obtain credit, money, goods, services or anything of value. Identifying information includes a social security, driver's license, bank or card number, a date of birth, and a mother's maiden name.
| Value obtained | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Value obtainedLess than $300 | PenaltyUp to 6 months, up to $500, or both |
| Value obtained$300 to less than $500 | PenaltyUp to 3 years, up to $3,000, or both |
| Value obtained$500 to less than $1,000 | PenaltyUp to 5 years, up to $5,000, or both |
| Value obtained$1,000 or more | PenaltyUp to 10 years, up to $10,000, or both |
Minimum terms apply when the victim is 60 or older, has a disability, or is under seventeen. A person who learns or suspects his information was misused may start an investigation with the local law enforcement agency where he lives, which makes a written report.
Sources for this section (1)
- La. R.S. 14:67.16 — Identity theft
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Louisiana attorney.