Protect Childrens Social Security

Summary

In Indiana, you can place a security freeze on your childrens credit reports to protect their Social Security numbers. Contact each credit bureau directly and provide necessary documents. If someone claims your children on taxes without permission, report to the IRS using Form 3949-A, file your taxes claiming your dependents, and consider placing a fraud alert with credit bureaus.

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What if someone if claiming them on taxes without my permission? Can i lock their socials?
If someone is claiming your children on their taxes without permission, here are steps you can take:
- Report the issue to the IRS by filing Form *-A or calling their helpline.
- File your taxes and claim your dependents as usual.
- Consider placing a fraud alert with credit bureaus for added protection.
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