What does a driver’s license have to do with filing federal tax returns? Allen N. Davey LLC, Attorney at Law, CPA in Honolulu, HI, is experienced in providing taxpayers with IRS defense. Below is an explanation of the link between an individual’s driver’s license number and federal tax reporting.   

Why Use Driver’s License Numbers When Filing IRS Tax Returns? Attorney for IRS Defense Explains

Adds Security

As a security measure, states, including Alabama, New York, and Ohio require taxpayers to use their state driver’s license number or equivalent when filing their state tax returns. The IRS now recommends individuals who file their federal tax returns electronically to also use their driver’s license numbers as protection against identity theft.

Requires More Precautions

Giving driver’s license numbers to the IRS helps them speed through identity verification and document processing because they can match the numbers to other identifying information. However, with this increased use of driver’s licenses as personally identifiable information (PII), taxpayers should protect their driver’s license numbers and cards as they do their Social Security numbers and cards. Taking more precautions will minimize the risk of identity thieves and cyber criminals gaining access to this sensitive information. 

Demands Extra Safety Measures

Individuals providing their driver’s license number online should make sure they are using secure portals and encrypting to transmit the information. Clients may want to ask their tax preparers, accountants, tax attorneys, and others who work with driver’s license numbers about the steps they take to keep this information secure.

Allen N. Davey LLC, Attorney at Law, CPA provides zealous tax representation and an aggressive IRS defense. As a tax attorney, CPA, and former IRS auditor with 30 years of experience, Attorney Davey ensures his clients obtain the relief they need from their pressing tax issues. Contact Allen N. Davey LLC, Attorney at Law, CPA in Honolulu, HI, via the firm’s website, or call (808) 545-2222 to schedule a consultation.