JulieS
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After you file

No, you can't stop a tax return that was e-filed, even if it is your information.

 

You can fix the problem. Exactly how you do that, depends on what happened. If this is not a fraudulent return, you need to wait until the return is accepted, or rejected. 

 

Use the information above to amend your return.

 

If someone else filed a return using your information without your permission, you need to complete Form 14039 to let the IRS know there's a potential problem. Get started here. 

Complete Form 14039 and follow any other instructions you get form the IRS in a letter. The IRS won't call you, text you, or send you an email as the first contact. 

You can find additional steps to take here. 

 

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