BEING ALERT WHEREVER YOU ARE
Presented by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office

KEEPING MONEY AND VALUED POSSESSIONS SAFE

Many assaults occur on the street, in a parking lot, playground or school yard. Remember these preventative measures to pro tect yourself from an attack:

• Engrave your driver’s license number on all valuables. Marked items can be more easily traced in case of theft or
  burglary. Using an easily identifiable number such as your driver’s license and state abbreviation can assist police in
  tracking down the owners of recovered property.
• Do not carry an identification tag on your key ring. Otherwise a would-be burglar or thief could easily find
  your home or vehicle.
• Do not keep large amounts of cash at home or in your possession.
• Never tell anyone your bank account number other than for legitimate business reasons..
• Secure your deposit slips and checkbook. Never give anyone a deposit slip or blank check.
• Protect your bank statements. Either keep them safely locked away or shred them before throwing them in the garbage.
• Never give out information about your bank account by telephone.
• Exercise caution when going to and from your bank lobby. Stay alert and quickly get to your car. Do not display cash or checks. Keep them concealed in your purse or pocket.
• Be wary of strangers.
• Have Social Security checks or payroll checks deposited directly into your bank account.
• Use a safe deposit box to store valuable items such as jewelry and important documents. This provides greater protection against damage from fires, floods and theft.

Automatic Teller Machine (ATM ) and Night Deposit Safety

• Protect the personal identification number (PIN) you use with your ATM card. Do not write your PIN number on your
  card or in your wallet. Stand directly in front of the ATM when you enter your number so no one can look over
  your shoulder.
• Be ready to conduct your transaction before you approach the ATM or night deposit. Conduct your business quickly
  and return directly to your car.
• At night, use an ATM or night deposit that is well-lit.
• Be observant when you use your ATM or night deposit. Be cautious of anyone who is loitering in the area. Do not talk to strangers. Leave quickly if you are approached
  while using your ATM or night deposit.
• Do not stand by the ATM and count your money. Put it away as soon as you withdraw it from the ATM.
• Do not openly carry money to your ATM or night deposit. Keep it concealed until you are ready to make the deposit.
• Never give out information about your bank account by telephone.
• Always take the receipt from the ATM. Do not leave it in the machine or on the ground nearby.
• Be wary of strangers.
• Have Social Security checks or payroll checks deposited directly into your bank account.
• Use a safe deposit box to store valuable items such as jewelry and important documents. This provides greater protection against damage from fires, floods and theft.