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You may be able to e-file your return, without Form 14039, depending on why you want to include the form.

According to the IRS, Form 14039 affidavit should be filed in two cases:

1. If the taxpayer attempts to file an electronic tax return and the IRS rejects it because a return bearing the taxpayer’s Social Security number already has been filed; OR
2. The IRS instructs the taxpayer to do so.

If you fall under the first scenario, you won't be able to e-file your return.  You will have to file your return by mail and attach Form 14039 to the back of it.

If you fall under the second scenario, you can e-file your return and either mail or fax Form 14039 to the IRS, according to the instructions in the letter they sent you.

Please see these articles for additional information:

• Turbo Tax Guide to IRS Form 14039: Identity Theft Affidavit

• IRS When to file a Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit

• IRS Taxpayer Guide to Identity Theft

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