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Got a notice from Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services? Here’s what to do.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services reported a data breach in June 2026. This means personal information they hold about you may have been accessed without permission. Understanding this incident can help you protect your privacy and identity going forward.

Your checklist

  1. 1

    Keep the letter

    Save the notice from Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services and its envelope. The date you were told can matter for legal deadlines.

  2. 2

    Freeze your credit

    The filing does not list what was taken, so play it safe. A free freeze at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion stops new accounts being opened in your name.

  3. 3

    Change reused passwords

    Change any password you used with this company or reused elsewhere, and turn on two-factor sign-in.

  4. 4

    Get a free claim review

    Our legal team checks whether you can be paid for this breach. No fee unless you recover.

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About the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services breach

Reported to
California Attorney General
Date filed
June 12, 2026
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

If you received a letter from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services, it's about a data incident they announced in June 2026. The agency, which handles public assistance programs like CalFresh and Medi-Cal, confirmed that unauthorized access to its systems happened on January 2, 2024.

This means that personal information they collected and kept may have been exposed. While the investigation is ongoing, receiving a notification letter confirms that your data was involved.

It's natural to feel concerned when your personal information is part of a data breach. The goal of these letters is to let you know what happened so you can take steps to protect yourself.

First, carefully read your notification letter for any specific advice the department provides. Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit report. This alert tells businesses to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name.

Next, keep a close watch on statements and any official communications you receive. Look for anything unusual or unfamiliar. Report any suspicious activity immediately to the relevant financial institutions or authorities.

Dealing with a data breach can feel overwhelming. Our team offers free case reviews to help you understand your options. We can discuss what this incident means for you and whether you might have a claim.

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