California trust tax forms (FTB Form 541) are often delayed in tax software, showing as "not finalized" or "pending" early in the season. If e-filing fails, trustees may need to file by mail. Key deadlines can be met by filing an extension (FTB 3563) to avoid late penalties if a payment is needed. Yes you can choose not to efile CA and file Fed only, then file the CA by mail unless you want to wait till 541 is finalized to efile.
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