I don't want to file my state return. Why do I have to mail it before I amend?

Before amending, we need all of your original returns to be finalized in our software (even if you decide not to actually file some of them). Telling us you'll mail your state return will "finalize" it without sending any information to your state.

After you do this and start your amendment, we'll ask if you mailed your state return. Your answer isn't sent to the IRS or state. It's just part of the amendment process in our software.

Please answer Yes to mailing your state return if you're not planning to file it, so you can continue through the amendment process.

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