- What it means
- The IRS has received your Form 14039 and opened an identity theft case.
- Respond within
- The date on the notice
- What to send
- Nothing. Wait for the case to progress.
- Write it
- Document cover letter
- When to get help
- If the case exceeds the time stated in the notice, contact the Identity Protection Specialized Unit at the number on IRS.gov.
What the letter says
Acknowledgment that your report is in the queue. Identity theft cases take months; the notice gives the expected time.
What to do
Wait. Respond promptly to any CP01B that asks for documents.
What to gather
- The notice
- Your Form 14039
Write back
The Document cover letter tool builds the response in the order the IRS reads it. Fill it in, review it, print it, and send it with copies of the documents above and the notice stub on top.
Before you send anything
This is general information, not tax advice. Situations differ. Check with your tax advisor before you send anything. Nothing on this page creates a client relationship.