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Tax Refund Fraud

Tax refund fraud involves identity theft, fraudulent W-2 forms and the online filing of an illicit tax return for the purpose of receiving a tax refund for deposit into the account of the fraudster.

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Tax refund fraud involves identity theft, fraudulent W-2 forms and the online filing of an illicit tax return for the purpose of receiving a tax refund for deposit into the account of the fraudster or a money mule acting on behalf of the fraudster.

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This Scam Happens Way too Often. Learn How to Prevent It.

Fake check scams are difficult to stop. Know what to do if you get a check from someone you don’t know.

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Tax Refund Fraud

Financial institutions play a crucial role in assisting law enforcement identify and prevent tax refund fraud as they serve as the channel for negotiating the funds.

Tax Refund Fraud

Financial institutions play a crucial role in assisting law enforcement identify and prevent tax refund fraud as they serve as the channel for negotiating the funds.

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Jim Hitchcock

Jim Hitchcock

Vice President, Fraud Mitigation

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Paul Benda

Paul Benda

Executive Vice President, Risk, Fraud & Cybersecurity

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Ryan Rasske

Ryan Rasske

Senior Vice President, Risk & Compliance Markets

For questions on ABA training and events related to risk and compliance.

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