Bob Dancer's LVA - 2015
When to Show ID
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Bob wrote: "For video poker, you MUST provide ID for jackpots of $1,200 or higher."
There are some exceptions, being Canadian is one of them as Canada has no tax on gambling. As a generality, if you don't divulge ID, the casino will withhold taxes, which you can apply for later from the IRS.
I don't think you mentioned it in your article, but another reason to protect your identity is to protect yourself from casino malfeasance. And of course in these days of rampant identity theft, it's a good idea to take steps to protect yourself from identity theft in any case. When someone other than Social Security or the IRS asks for your Social Security number, you should think twice about just divulging such information.
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In order to apply for a refund of the 30% withheld amount, you must file a 1040NR return, and attach to it 1042-S form(s) documenting the gross winnings and withheld amounts. I don't think I would want to chance making that filing without my correct name on the 1042-S.
Incidentally, it is now more than seven and a half months since I filed to recoup 2014 withholdings! Previously, this process took six to eight weeks. My thoughts on this are unprintable.
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It's nice to know that they aren't just picking on me. I filed my return in January and I am still waiting for my refund.
Regards
A.P.
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In order to apply for a refund of the 30% withheld amount, you must file a 1040NR return, and attach to it 1042-S form(s) documenting the gross winnings and withheld amounts. I don't think I would want to chance making that filing without my correct name on the 1042-S.
Incidentally, it is now more than seven and a half months since I filed to recoup 2014 withholdings! Previously, this process took six to eight weeks. My thoughts on this are unprintable.
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