I worked home in Mississippi in 2022 & my employee was based in California. I paid state tax to Mississippi /Federal during the year. Cali is saying I owe $102 now?

[frilo_19732001]

This is what I found online from a website, but not sure the legality of it: THE REMOTE-WORK TAX RULE
 
The rule is, if a nonresident receives W-2 wages for work performed out of state, even if it’s from a California employer, the income is not subject to California income taxes. In contrast, if a nonresident receives W-2 wages for work physically performed in California, then the income is likely subject to California income taxes. In short, it’s not who pays the wages of a nonresident, but where the work is performed. I have worked remotely and traveled, doing contract work for years, and never have I ever paid another state other than my own if I did owe. So, is it just California or am I missing something. Any advise or InSite would be greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance.

[DaveF1006]

"THE REMOTE-WORK TAX RULE states if a nonresident receives W-2 wages for work performed out of state, even if it's from a California employer, the income is not subject to California income taxes". 

This is from an unofficial source that I found in a website for Manes Law at their following website. I didn't find anything specifically in the California tax code other than the fact that California does tax remote workers who are independent contractors. 

What i suggest is that you send us a tax file so we can see why you are being charged a tax.

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