Your Rights
Lost or Stolen ATM/Debit Card: If your ATM or debit card is lost or stolen, you may not be held liable for more than $50 for the misuse of your card, as long as you notify the bank or credit union within two business days after you realize the card is missing. If you do not report the loss of your card promptly, your liability may increase.
Fraudulent Electronic Withdrawals: If fraudulent electronic withdrawals are made from your bank or credit union account, and your ATM or debit card has not been lost or stolen, you are not liable, as long as you notify the bank or credit union in writing of the error within 60 days of the date the bank or credit union account statement with the fraudulent withdrawals was sent to you.
What to Do
FTC: Credit, ATM and Debit Cards: What to do if They’re Lost or Stolen
FTC: Resolving Specific Identity Theft Problems
Denise Richardson: 4 Dangerous Places to Swipe Your Debit Card
If you have a choice, use a credit card or cash rather than an ATM or Debt Card.
