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What is identity theft related to taxes? It occurs when someone steals your Social Security number (SSN) and uses it to file a tax return and claim a fraudulent refund. If you are a victim, we are committed to resolving your case as quickly as possible.

Be aware of the possibility of tax-related identity theft if:

• Multiple tax returns were filed for you • You owe additional taxes, or your refund will be applied to another debt, or collection actions have started against you related to an year where you did not file a tax return • IRS records indicate that you received wages or other income from an employer for whom you did not work

If you are a victim of identity theft:

• File a complaint with the FTC at robodeidentidad.gov • Contact one of the three main credit agencies to attach an "Identity Theft Alert" to your credit report: + www.Equifax.com 1-800-525-6285 + www.Experian.com 1-888-397-3742 + www.TransUnion.com 1-800-680-7289 • Close any financial accounts or credit accounts opened by the identity thieves. If your SSN has been compromised and you know or suspect it, we recommend: + Responding immediately to any IRS notice; call the phone number indicated. + Completing Form 14039 (SP), Identity Theft Affidavit, if your electronic tax return was rejected due to duplication showing your SSN, or if someone informs you that you must complete it. Use the fillable electronic form available at IRS.gov, complete it, print it, and send it by mail with your tax return according to instructions. + Continuing to pay taxes and file your tax return, even if it means doing so on paper. + If you have already contacted the IRS and did not receive resolution of the problem, contact us again at 1-800-908-4490 for specialized assistance. We have staff who can help you.

For more information, visit: https://www.irs.gov/es/identity-theft-awareness or https://www.irs.gov/security-awareness-taxpayers.