Tax And Identity Fraud

Summary

Shannons husbands ex-wife has been fraudulently claiming their kids on taxes and using their address for debts. In Montana, filing a false tax return and identity theft are crimes. Shannon should report identity theft to the FTC, file a police complaint, contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit, and seek free legal help from Montana Legal Services Association. Keeping evidence is crucial.

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My husband's ex wife has been claiming the kids on taxes and court papers state she cant and she has put him down on medical bills as the person responsible for them and yesterday i had a repo guy here looking for her she put down our address and stuff as hers
Hello ****, may I know where you are located? This will help me provide the most accurate information.
Helena mt
Hello ****. It seems like you're dealing with identity fraud and tax issues. In Montana:
- Filing a false tax return is a felony.
- Identity theft is also a crime.
You should inform the IRS and local law enforcement about these issues. Also, contact a local attorney for further assistance.
I have can not afford one and was woundering what i could do or where to start
Hello ****, I understand your situation. Here's what you can do:
*. Report identity theft to FTC at www.identitytheft.gov.
*. File a complaint with your local police.
*. Contact IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit at *-*-*-*.
*. Check Montana Legal Services Association for free legal help.
Ok i will
Great, ****. Remember to gather and keep any evidence related to this issue. This will be helpful when you report it. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
Thank you
Hello ****, I'm glad I could help. You're doing the right thing by taking these steps. Remember, it's crucial to keep everything documented. Should you have more queries in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Best of luck!