New York State letter requesting more info

[Sheri05]

NYS gets a copy of my W2 and 1099R's when my taxes are filed, is it common for NYS to send a letter requesting me to send them a copy ?

thanks Ken

[macuser_22]

If you e-file then NY only gets what *you* entered on your tax return, not the actual W-2 or 1099.   Either the state or the IRS (or both) can always ask you to mail a copy the the actual W-2's or 1099's which is why W-2' say on the back that you are required o keep it for at least 3 years.    Sometimes they ask just for a random check.

[Hal_Al]

Yes, based on the frequent posts, we see in this forum, on this subject, it is common for a state tax dept. to request copies of your W-2 and/or 1099-R showing withholding.  It's even more common in situations with withholding for more than one state.