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which] . . . are theoretical, but some are very practical" (p. 58). That being said, identity theft must be addressed by each jurisdiction as a specifically prohibited crime. As of yet, this has not happened. Unfortunately, only a handful of states are actually proactively combating the issue.The case study of Ahmed Ressam, who used identity theft to further the goals of Al Qaeda terrorists groups, indicates opportunities for future research. Research on patterns linked to terrorism, drug trafficking, money laundering, and other activities of organized criminal groups will help us understand the dynamic aspects of identity theft and international cooperation.Additional research conducted in conjunction with or sponsored by the financial services industry could also reveal interesting and useful data on identity theft. The financial services industry maintains a unique vantage point as it is both victim and perpetrator, and may become aware of a theft before the victim does or may recognize a developing pattern before law enforcement does.As identity theft has become one of the fastest growing crimes, the need for public education about its dangers becomes increasingly important. The book depicts very strong points regarding the problems of identity theft, the scope of this epidemic, and the genesis of various federal and state laws. May and Headley do a commendable job of presenting the information in a clear and understandable manner.

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