How do I delete a rejected return. It turns out I don’t need to file this return.

morehouseemporium · ‎February 14, 2026

The return was for my son. His first job. I thought he had to file even though he’s our dependent, even though I checked yes he is claimed on another return.

xmasbaby0

You cannot delete it, but you can choose whether to fix it and re-file or just abandon it. Although he is a dependent, if he has any tax withheld in boxes 2 or 17 of his W-2(s) e can still file a tax return to seek a refund. His return must be marked in MY INFO that he can be claimed as a dependent.

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xmasbaby0

You cannot delete it, but you can choose whether to fix it and re-file or just abandon it. Although he is a dependent, if he has any tax withheld in boxes 2 or 17 of his W-2(s) e can still file a tax return to seek a refund. His return must be marked in MY INFO that he can be claimed as a dependent.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

morehouseemporium

Thank you so much! I appreciate your help!

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How do I delete a rejected return. It turns out I don’t need to file this return.