Lock Bumping News Alert

Watch this video on lock-bumping (also called "key bumping"). It is a compilation of news reports from several news stations throughout the United States.

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What is lock bumping?

Lock bumping is a new lock picking technique for opening a lock using a specially-crafted bump key (or 999 key).

"Bumping" a lock is disturbingly simple to do, as you can see in this video of an even for an 11-year old kid bumping a lock. Lock bumping works on more than 90% of locks presently installed in homes and offices, including deadbolts, padlocks, and post-office boxes.

How serious is the problem?

In the last two years the bumping problem has become more widespread. Lock bumping how-to guides are all over the Internet, and you can now buy bump keys online for around $15.

According to statistics provided by the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) and the Department of Justice, nearly 2/3 of all break-ins occur with no sign of forced entry. While some of these crimes may be a result of an unlocked door, most experts agree that lock bumping, picking or use of an unauthorized duplicate key are often the case.

How do you protect yourself?

High-security locks are the best protection against lock bumping, and you may be able to get a discount on your home-owner's insurance policy if you install them. This website enables you to buy high-security, effectively bump-proof locks.