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May 15, 2020
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My ex boyfriend claimed me as a dependent when he was not my caregiver, my son was. He has gotten $2400 and does not live here with me. He will not give me my stimulus $.

  • May 15, 2020
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He got my social security number off of my medicare info as I kept my mail in a certain area because I'm disabled. I have reported him to Senator Tim Scott's office and they are handling the tax fraud on him but how can i stop him from getting future stimulus money he receives for me? I have asked him to give me my money and he wont.

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macuser_22
Employee
May 15, 2020

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/how-do-you-report-suspected-tax-fraud-activity

 

If a dependent that you are entitled to claim has already been claimed by another taxpayer, your e-filed return will reject since the child's SSN has already been used.

Your only recourse is to file a correct tax return, claiming what you are entitled to claim, then print and mail the return.

The IRS will process both returns and pay any refunds. Shortly (within a year) the IRS will mail letters to both taxpayers asking if their tax return was filed in error and suggesting that they amend if they improperly claimed the child.

If neither taxpayer amends, the IRS will send a second letter asking for each taxpayers proof that they are entitled to claim the dependent, such as proof that the child physically lived with them more than half the year. School records, child care records, household receipts, medical bills, etc., that show that the child lives with you should be retained.

The IRS will evaluate each taxpayers claim and award the dependent to one taxpayer, the other will have to payback any refund received plus interest and possible penalties. The taxpayer that had physical custody usually always wins.

Do not ignore the letters or you will loose.

**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**