Free Document Shredding for Identify Theft Prevention
In an effort to combat identity theft, Lake Forest Police Services offers a free confidential paper shredding program for Lake Forest residents. Drop-off bins are located at the Lake Forest City Hall Police Services counter (25550 Commercetnre Drive, Lake Forest). Documents are placed into locked bins and are shredded by Saddleback Shredding Inc., a company bonded through the Western Surety Company.
Program Guidelines:
Participants must bring proof of Lake Forest residency (such as an utility bill).
Participants may bring one storage box (approximately 10"H, 15"W, 24"D) per week.
Storage boxes should be filled with paper documents only. No CDs.
Only documents listing personal information (e.g., Date of Birth, Social Security Number, and Account Information) are eligible for this free shredding program. No junk mail.
Drop off hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and alternating Fridays.
Program is not available to businesses.
For more information, contact (949) 461-3545 or (949) 461-3546. Saddleback Shredding Inc. may be contacted toll free at (866) 484-3958.
