Identity Theft
The Federal Trade Commission estimates that approximately 400,000 U.S. residents had their mail stolen and subsequently became victims of identity theft in 2015. Protect yourself from identity theft by using a secure, locking mailbox, check your credit report every year, never give out personal information over the phone, through the mail, or internet unless you initiated contact or you know who you are dealing with.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office offers tips on preventing identity theft (PDF).