I was scammed last year and the year before by persons in Russia. The amount was significant between $200-$300,000. I admit they were smarter than me and there was no indication that I was being scammed. I have already reported this to the FBI on their online form ic3.gov. I’m a senior citizen over 70. Is it true that on the State form, I can claim what I paid last year to them? Is there a maximum amount that I can report? Is there a rollover that can be applied to future years. Based on income, I have taxes to pay on interest and dividends received and would the State just max out to what I have to pay or reduce my tax burden down to zero? I live in California and it’s the Franchise Tax Board.
