Usually your best remedy for this very common problem is for you to file by mail. Your son made a very common mistake as a first time tax return filer. Sadly it is a mistake that messes things up for parents. He will have to amend after his own return has been fully processed, but meanwhile, since he has put his SSN into the system any attempts you make to e-file using his SSN are going to be rejected this year. Print, sign and mail your return that claims him as your dependent.
When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s. Use a mailing service that will track it, such as certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.
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