Unauthorized Phone Number Use

Summary

Using another persons phone number without their consent to create a Facebook account can be considered identity theft or fraud under both South Carolina and federal law. Legal consequences may arise if the phone numbers owner presses charges. It is advisable to avoid using information that does not belong to you to prevent potential legal issues.

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Is it against federal law for someone to use a phone number that isn’t theirs to create a Facebook account?
Using someone else's phone number without permission to create a Facebook account can potentially be considered fraud or identity theft under federal law. It can lead to legal consequences if the owner of the phone number decides to press charges.
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