We have been notified of a recent scam in which customers and non-customers of Bank of Nevada are being sent an email asking to update their personal information via a link that will take the user to a site that is not Bank of Nevada’s site.

Please know that Bank of Nevada will never send you an email asking for your personal information. If you receive an email asking you to provide personal and/or sensitive information, do not click on any link and do not send the information. Even if the website and/or email appear genuine - do not continue.

• These messages are fraudulent and did not originate from Bank of Nevada.
• Should Bank of Nevada need to contact you, we will never ask you for personal account information or your PIN number.
• If you believe you have been a victim of Internet fraud or identity theft regarding your debit card or bank accounts, call us immediately at (702) 248-4200 or contact your local Bank of Nevada office.
  

Identity theft is on the rise across the United States. It is increasingly important that you take steps to reduce the risk of becoming an identity theft victim.

There are a number of useful online resources for consumers. One great one is www.ftc.gov/idtheft, a one-stop national reference tool providing detailed information to help you deter, detect, and defend against identity theft. It will also help you address questions like:

• What are the steps I should take if I'm a victim of identity theft?
• What is a fraud alert?
• What is a credit freeze?
• What is an identity theft report? What do I do if the police only take reports about identity theft over the Internet or telephone?
• What do I do if the local police won't take a report?
• How do I prove that I'm an identity theft victim?
• Should I apply for a new Social Security number?

To speak to a professional identity theft counselor call 1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357).

At Bank of Nevada your privacy is important - we will never ask for a customer's account number, PIN or Online Banking password over the phone or e-mail. Annually, we provide customers a copy of our privacy policy so you can feel confident we do not release your information to third party vendors.

If you suspect you have been affected by Internet fraud or identity theft related to credit card purchases, contact:

• Partners First Customer Service Center at 1-866-450-1402 for Concierge and JURIS Cards
• E Credit Card Customer Service 1-866-379-3622 for Business Visa Cards

If you believe you have been a victim of Internet fraud or identity theft regarding your debit card or bank accounts, contact your local Bank of Nevada office.