IRS Issues New Warning to Taxpayers, Innocent Americans Can Become Criminals Overnight If They Do This

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The Internal Revenue Service issued a new warning Friday to taxpayers about potential tax scams during the filing season. These scams can result not only in financial losses but also criminal charges for otherwise innocent Americans who unwittingly participate in illegal activities.

According to a news release on the IRS website, scammers are encouraging filers to falsify Form W-2 wages to file fake returns and claim refunds. The IRS warns that taxpayers who file fake returns face potential penalties and investigations.

This type of scam is not new, but it remains a prevalent and persistent problem during tax season.

Another recent warning from the IRS concerns tax scams circulating on social media.

The agency urges taxpayers to be vigilant and cautious when engaging with social media posts that offer tax-related services or advice, as scammers may use social media to lure unsuspecting taxpayers into giving away personal information or making fraudulent payments.

The IRS advises taxpayers to be wary of any unsolicited communications, including emails, phone calls, and text messages. The agency also reminds taxpayers that it will never contact them through social media or ask for personal or financial information over the phone or by email.

While some tax scams are easy to spot, others can be more subtle and difficult to detect.

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