The IRS website states that there are several ways you can discover that you have been a victim of identity theft. It is likely that if you have been, you will find out soon after submitting your tax returns. For example, the IRS may send you a message indicating that you have submitted more than one return, or that someone has filed a return using your information.
Reporting Identity Theft to the IRS
There are steps you should take to report identity theft. The IRS has established a unit to investigate identity theft and has published a reporting form that the public can fill out. The form can be completed online and then printed and mailed or faxed. Information for submitting the form is on the second page of Form 14039. There is also a Spanish version available (Form 14039SP).
Other Identity Theft Protection Resources
The IRS also advises contacting the Identity Protection Specialized Unit (IPSU) if you believe you may become a victim of identity theft. IPSU can be contacted for free at 1-800-908-4490. IPSU is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. If you believe your identity has been stolen, you should also report your identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement.
You can also take some steps to protect your identity, such as not carrying documents that contain your Social Security number or taxpayer identification number, shredding your official documents, securing your financial information, and using identity protection services. Check your credit report once a year, and be sure to update your passwords regularly. Finally, do not provide personal information over the phone or online unless you know the person you are talking to and it is necessary to do so.
Source: https://www.thebalancemoney.com/how-to-report-identity-theft-to-the-irs-1947673
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