Tax identity theft affects return preparers as well as their individual and business clients. The problem has become epidemic in recent years to the point that the IRS issued Publication 4557, Safeguarding Taxpayer Data. This course examines how practitioners can adopt best practices to protect clients’ tax information and to advise clients on preventing tax identity theft. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Recognize major federal legislation addressing identity theft Identify techniques individuals and businesses can use to minimize threats to their identities Identify steps to address identity theft once it is discovered