Scammers are contacting taxpayers while pretending to be from the Michigan Department of Treasury, using out‑of‑state phone numbers. They may request payments or attempt to trick you into providing your bank account information. Always verify the source before sharing any personal or financial details.
What should I do if I have a check/energy draft for a deceased taxpayer?
What should I do if I have a check/energy draft for a deceased taxpayer?
Write “VOID” across the face of the check/draft and mail it with a request for replacement, along with the following documents:
- A Claim for Refund Due a Deceased Taxpayer MI-1310 with death certificate, or
- Letters of Authority if appointed Personal Representative by the court
Note: Do not use the Authorized Representative Declaration Power of Attorney (form 151) for a deceased taxpayer.
Allow 16 weeks to receive a response for returned checks.
Allow 16 weeks to receive a response for returned energy drafts.
Mail checks to:
Michigan Department of Treasury
Office of Financial Services
P.O. Box 30788
Lansing, MI 48909
Mail drafts to:
Michigan Department of Treasury
P.O. Box 30757
Lansing, MI 48909
Note: Timeframes are estimated and subject to change.