Tax-related identity theft occurs when stolen Social Security numbers are used to file fraudulent returns and claim refunds.

An unexpected tax form in your mailbox could signal identity theft By Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV | Posted - March 6, 2025 at 9:37 p.m.

The IRS recommends watching for unusual activity, such as: Tax return rejected Form W-2 or Form 1099 from employer you didn't work for Form 1099-G unemployment benefits you didn't get or apply for ...

File IRS Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) immediately to alert the IRS of suspected fraud. Respond to any IRS notices – do not ignore them, even if they reference a return you didn’t file.

Report suspected identity theft to the IRS using Form 14039 If a client’s identity is compromised, Clear Start Tax helps restore IRS compliance by filing corrected documentation, resolving false ...

The IRS campaign, which launched July 1 to coincide with the start of the 2025 Nationwide Tax Forums, will release weekly guidance on how to detect, prevent, and respond to identity theft.