hey - I have an OHIO question too....

[schirallicpa]

My client is a NYS resident and gambles in Columbus.  The casino withheld state and Columbus tax.  I have worked thru the state return and have that all set.  Is there any thing I need to do for Columbus?  Or do I just claim the credit on the NYS return and call it a day.

 

[JJStephens]

Alas, a Columbus return is required. Gambling winnings are taxable in Cbus as 'other compensation,' and gambling losses cannot be used to offset winnings. File Form IR-25 or the Ohio generic municipal tax return.

[Jim Oh Bkkr]

20 hours ago, JJStephens said:

Alas, a Columbus return is required.

Really?  I have a gambler who won in Col. a few years ago.  I didn't file a return for him, and haven't heard a word.  He had to pay here on the same money, no reciprocity, and he was PO'd.

[BTS]

Columbus return is not necessary if proper city taxes were withheld.   You can file one if you want, but we never file them.  Unless they reside there of course