@xsaycocie wrote:
When I attempted to e-file through Turbo Tax they rejected since the SSN had already been filed. I think I was able to find the tax record on this site: https://sa.www4.irs.gov/ola/tax_records and saw that they got a significant refund using falsified data. When I legitimately filed I actually owed tax.
They also tried to file a state return but unlike the Federal IRS, luckily the state of CO rejected it. Six months ago I requested a copy of the fake return but as you may know this takes a significant amount of time as I have not received it yet.
Also,
blocking your SSN on Turbotax will not stop this person (who already has your SSN) from using a different service. If you apply for an IP-PIN from the IRS, that will create an IRS-level block that will prevent anyone from e-filing in your name using any software unless they have the IP-PIN. I don't know if you are in time to request an IP-PIN for the 2022 season.
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/electronic-filing-pin-request
Lastly, since someone else has your personal information and SSN, you should be taking steps to block and prevent other types of identity theft fraud, including blocking your credit reports to prevent someone from opening accounts in your name, and other similar activities.
https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/security/identity-theft-what-to-do-if-someone-has-already-filed...
https://consumer.ftc.gov/features/identity-theft
