Operation ID is a nationally recognized property identification program to deter theft and aid in recovery. You can engrave your driver license or student ID number on items of value such as laptops or other technical equipment, and make a written record of each item, including a detailed description with any relevant information (serial numbers etc).
Personal Property
Engraving
What to include
- either your driver license or student ID number
What to include (optional)
These details are not required but may help us recover lost or stolen property more quickly.
- your contact number or email address
- “USC”
- your expected graduation date
- USC DPS main line: 213-740-6000
Exceptions
You may not want to engrave some types of valuables. For unusual or high value items such as jewelry, valuable artwork or special equipment, take pictures instead and keep them with your written records.
Additional Tips
In addition to your Drivers License or Student ID number, we suggest you also include the following details:
- “USC”
- your expected graduation date
- USC DPS main line: 213-740-6000
University-owned Property
University-owned property should include the following engraved information:
- “USC”
- department name
- USC DPS main line: 213-740-6000
- optional: you may also want to include a department number and/or office address
