Which action constitutes identity theft under title 18?

Identity theft, as defined under Title 18 of Pennsylvania's statutes, specifically involves the unlawful use of another person's identifying information without their consent. This means that if an individual uses someone else's personal details—such as Social Security numbers, credit card information, or other private identifiers—for fraudulent purposes or to deceive, that action is classified as identity theft.

In contrast, using one's own identifying information does not constitute identity theft, as it does not involve any deception or unauthorized use. Resisting a lawful arrest relates to obstructing law enforcement and does not pertain to the misuse of personal information. Similarly, obtaining services through a counterfeit device can encompass various forms of fraud but typically does not fall directly under the definition of identity theft unless it involves stealing someone's personal identity or information to create that counterfeit device. Thus, the actions specified distinctly focusing on unauthorized use of someone's information without permission are what define identity theft legally in Pennsylvania.