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TurboTax says it cannot e-file my state return because I am filing it as a dependent even though my federal return is being filed jointly. I do not know why it is trying to file my state return as dep

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January 29, 2020
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Please reply with which state is the problem. Most state information flows from the federal. You may want to contact a specialist that can work through that section of the return with you

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gmasoncupAuthor

I am filing in Maryland. I have not found any way to manually change my dependency status on my state return.

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VictorW9

Yes the federal return status should flow to the state return. Check again what you have in your federal return information. However, you cannot file as a dependent of another person if you are filing a joint return except if you are only filing to get back federal refund of your taxes.

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