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Incorrect 1099-G Forms and Fraud

The 1099s reflecting unemployment benefits paid in 2023 were generated on January 16, 2024, to the last address on file.


Email messages were sent to claimants who elected to receive electronic notifications, informing them of the ability to view and print their 1099G online. 
                                                                                       
If you have received a 1099-G form that does not match the benefits you received, please send a letter to the address shown on the 1099-G form indicating why you believe the amount shown is incorrect.
 
If you did not receive your 1099-G form via mail, you can log in to your account to obtain a copy.
 
If you believe a fraudulent claim was filed by a person using your information, please send an email to safe@mdes.ms.gov and provide all available details regarding the situation. Fraudulent claims can also be reported by calling 601-493-9427 and selecting the Benefit Payment Control /Fraud Department option followed by the Income Tax option.

 

From IRS.gov
Identity Theft and Unemployment Benefits
States have experienced a surge in fraudulent unemployment claims filed by organized crime rings using stolen identities. Criminals are using these stolen identities to fraudulently collect benefits across multiple states. Click here to continue…