IRS Form 13711, also known as the “Identity Theft Affidavit,” is used by individuals who believe they are victims of identity theft concerning their taxes. The form is used to report identity theft to the IRS and provide information about the crime, including any suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions on their tax accounts.

Identity theft can occur in various ways, but one of the most common ways it happens with taxes is when someone uses another person’s personal information, such as their Social Security number, to file a fraudulent tax return and claim a refund. The victim of the identity theft may not be aware that this has occurred until they attempt to file their own tax return and are informed that a return has already been filed using their information.

To report identity theft on taxes, the victim must complete Form 13711 and provide detailed information about the crime, including their personal information, the suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions on their tax accounts, and any related police reports or documentation. The form also requires taxpayers to submit a copy of their government-issued ID and Social Security card.

Once Form 13711 is submitted, the IRS will review the information provided and take steps to secure the victim’s tax account and prevent further unauthorized activity. The IRS will also take steps to assist the victim in resolving any tax-related issues that may have arisen due to the identity theft.

Under the Internal Revenue Code section 7429, the IRS is authorized to pay a reward of up to $10,000 for information provided to the IRS that leads to the conviction of any person for a violation of the Internal Revenue laws. This means that if someone could provide information that led to the conviction of the person who committed identity theft, they could be eligible for a reward from the IRS.

Additionally, under the Internal Revenue Code section 6103, the taxpayer has the right to request and receive an explanation of any information provided to the IRS. This means taxpayers have the right to understand how the IRS arrived at its determination of the taxpayer’s identity theft and how it was used to resolve the case.

Furthermore, under the Internal Revenue Code section 7216, any person or business required to file a return or statement with the IRS must also provide notice to the person or business whose name or identification number is furnished on the return or statement. This helps to ensure that the person whose identity has been stolen is aware of any fraudulent activity on their tax accounts and can take steps to resolve the issue.

It is important to note that reporting identity theft to the IRS does not absolve the victim of any tax-related responsibility for the fraudulent activity. The victim may still be responsible for any taxes, penalties, or interest that may have been incurred due to the identity theft. The IRS will work with the victim to resolve any issues that may have arisen due to the identity theft. It will also provide guidance on steps the victim can take to protect their personal information and prevent further unauthorized activity on their tax accounts.

In summary, IRS Form 13711 is used by individuals who believe they are victims of identity theft concerning their taxes. The form is used to report identity theft to the IRS and provide information about the crime, including any suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions on their tax accounts. Taxpayers have the right to request an explanation of any information provided to the IRS and to receive notice of any fraudulent activities on their tax accounts. Additionally, the IRS is authorized to pay a reward of up to $10,000 for information provided to the IRS that leads to the conviction of any person for a violation of the Internal Revenue laws. It is important to note that reporting identity theft to the IRS does not absolve the victim of any tax-related responsibility for the fraudulent activity.

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