CARES Act Relief for Incarcerated People

Incarcerated people are now eligible for the $1200 stimulus check under the CARES Act. They just need to file a tax form with the IRS by October 15 October 30 if by mail, and November 21 if online. This can be done online or by a paper form.

We have copies of the paper forms & instructions on how to file, and can help send them directly to any of your friends, pen pals, and loved ones in prison.

DM us their name, inmate id #, and address by Tuesday (October 6) and we’ll send the relevant materials out to them ASAP.


Resources

  • Full instructions and forms (via NLG-SF) | Download
  • Form with pre-filled exemptions for single filers making below $12,200 per year | Download
  • Sample completed form | Download
  • More information from the law firm representing this case | View