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posted Jun 4, 2019 1:27:53 PM

Can you give an example of how does the state ID look like?

And if i’m under 18, Do I have one?

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Level 9
Jun 4, 2019 1:28:01 PM

It looks very similar to Texas drivers license except it will have "Identification Card" listed on it instead of Driver License. You can do a Google search of it to see photos too. Your state may or may not require you to have one if under age of 18. You'd have to check with them on that. 

If you are at the part of the TurboTax interview that asks for your driver's license or state ID, it's not a requirement to enter that to file the return (unless in Alabama or Illinois, since they require it). But it could delay return being processed in some states if you do not enter it. Also it's for additional security measures to protect you. 

Some states may request your driver’s license number for state tax returns because they have the ability to match state records and help confirm your identity. Please see below for more details. 

Why are you asking for my driver’s license or state ID?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4879130

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Level 9
Jun 4, 2019 1:27:56 PM

What state are you in?

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 1:27:57 PM

I’m in texas

Level 9
Jun 4, 2019 1:27:58 PM

Okay. Posting an answer for you below, but you can check Google for example of the ID. @emilynguyen1310

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 1:28:00 PM

thank you!

Level 9
Jun 4, 2019 1:28:01 PM

It looks very similar to Texas drivers license except it will have "Identification Card" listed on it instead of Driver License. You can do a Google search of it to see photos too. Your state may or may not require you to have one if under age of 18. You'd have to check with them on that. 

If you are at the part of the TurboTax interview that asks for your driver's license or state ID, it's not a requirement to enter that to file the return (unless in Alabama or Illinois, since they require it). But it could delay return being processed in some states if you do not enter it. Also it's for additional security measures to protect you. 

Some states may request your driver’s license number for state tax returns because they have the ability to match state records and help confirm your identity. Please see below for more details. 

Why are you asking for my driver’s license or state ID?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4879130