Fraud and client information privacy

[jjcolima1]

Our tax guy had exposed social security numbers, 1040’s in the reception. I was waiting and I was able to read some of them. Really scary to think that’s how he handles private information. Since I’m a returning client he felt confortable to offer to give me a tin number in case I needed a nanny to have more deductions and opened his notary book... of course I declined, gave an excuse and walked out. I’m  very concern about my entire fam information. What can I do ? Who do I report? 

[SweetieJean]

TT is not licensed for use by paid tax preparers.

[Leonard · Accepted solution]

If you have concerns about a tax return preparer you may use  Form 1457, to provide the IRS with your concerns.

The link below provides information that you may find useful.

https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/make-a-complaint-about-a-tax-return-preparer