Request explanation is required for West Virginia to process your underpayment penalty waiver request.

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You will need to write an explanation. Be honest, but typically waivers will only be granted for circumstances beyond your control. ‌For example, a casualty, disaster, or some other unusual event.

Here is some more information about estimates so that you do not find yourself underpaid next year:  West Virginia Estimated Payments