Tip - Someone took money from my account without my permission. What can I do?

If you suspect that someone has taken money out of your account who was not authorized to do so, you should immediately call your bank or credit union and let it know. You should ask the bank or credit union to prohibit future debits from the person who made the unauthorized withdrawal from your account. If the withdrawal was made as an unauthorized debit card or other electronic fund transfer, you may have additional protections under federal law. Electronic fund transfers generally