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posted Jun 4, 2019 1:05:48 PM

Tax Year Prior to 2020: I received a W2 that is not mine, but under my SS #. What should I do?

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Jun 4, 2019 1:05:49 PM

You need to contact the Payer/Employer of that W-2 and inform them of the error.  Hopefully, it was just typo and an honest mistake.  However, if they also had your address on the form W-2, you may need to take additional steps to protect your identity. (see below).

What to do if you suspect tax-related Identity Theft.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301430