Comments on: Ask the taxgirl: Filing the same return twice

By: Dipanjan

Dipanjan — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:45:26 +0000

Hi,
I have submitted a xerox of the Form-16 for AT 2007-08 to a CA to file the returns. However he has gone out of station since. Although I have the original Form-16 with me, I don’t have the acknowledgment. Is there any way to cross check whether the returns have actually been filed? If its been filed, can it be filed again with the same Form-16, to get a duplicate acknowledgment?
Dipanjan
27th Feb 09

By: Kelly

Kelly — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:20:59 +0000

Thanks for the proactive advice. It is worth noting that, in this situation, the return was mailed in as a regular return without calling before… That will result in a delay (not sure how much with eFile).

By: Joe

Joe — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:21:03 +0000

Filing two original returns with the IRS creates a duplicate filing situation. Both returns (paper or e-file) must be reviewed. It can create a delay in releasing your refund. If they contain the same info, IRS will make no changes. If the info is different, IRS will chage your return with the most recently received return. You should call the IRS and see if your return has been received before sending in a second return. Any changes made should be done on Form 1040X, Amended Return.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:49:04 +0000

I agree that there will be a delay but as far as 2 paper returns go, I’ve never heard of any “issues” – same is true efile and paper?

By: CAROL

CAROL — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:06:07 +0000

FILING A SECOND RETURN WITH THE IRS CAUSES A DELAY IN YOUR RETURN. THE FIRST RETURN HAS TO BE LOCATED BEFORE THE SECOND CAN BE PROCESSED. ALL CORRESPONDENCE HAS TO BE ATTACHED TO EACHOTHER FOR A PERMANENT RECORD. ANY REFUND OR PAYMENTS WILL BE DELAYED.