Jamaica Electronic Transfer Services (JETS) has cautioned that while the structure of the proposed National Identification System (NIDS) seems safe, practically, it may not be able to prevent identity theft. Chief executive officer of JETS, Edmundo Jenez, pointed out that while its (provision) is clear in its intent, the ‘validation of identity to counteract identity theft’ should be a better statement. JETS is also suggesting a shorter period of validity for the cards of five years instead of 15 years. The company also noted its concerns about making failure to identify the loss of a national identification card an offence.