Individual FAQs - Subpoena - Subpoena Assistance

1. Missing Tax Documents

I received an Administrative Subpoena or Non-filing Income Tax Notice and I cannot find my tax documents to comply with the request to file. How do I obtain my tax information?

Employer: You may contact your employer(s) and request copies of the W-2s you were issued.

IRS: You may contact the IRS at 1.800.829.1040 to request a wage and income transcript and tax return transcript.

2. W-2 Photocopies

Will RITA accept photocopies of my W-2s?

Yes, legible photocopies are acceptable.

3. Missing W-2 Forms

I cannot locate my W-2s. Can I provide a copy of my Federal Income Tax Return?

A Federal Income Tax Return will be accepted. Unfortunately, it does not display any municipal tax that was withheld for your workplace municipality. Without this figure, you may not receive credit for the withholding when your residence tax is calculated.

4. IRS Contact

How can I contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)?

The IRS can be contacted at 1.800.829.1040 (individuals) or 1.800.908.9946 to request transcripts. For more information visit
IRS.gov.

5. Submitting Information

If I want to provide the information, where do I send it?

Electronically: You may file electronically through MyAccount or FastFile.

Mail: Mail information to:

Regional Income Tax Agency
P.O. Box 470538
Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147

Fax: Fax information to: 440.922.3510

6. Subpoena Assistance

What should I do if I have questions regarding my Non-Filing Letter and/or Subpoena?

Visit the RITA website by clicking here. Click on the type of notice that was received. If the answer to the question is not listed, you can contact RITA at 800.860.7482, ext. 5002.

7. Unable to Pay

What will happen if I file my tax returns, but I am unable to pay?

You will receive a billing statement and can contact the Collections Department at 800.860.7482, ext. 5004 to discuss payment arrangements.

8. Mayor's Court Summons

I received a summons from the municipality ordering me to appear in Mayor’s Court. Can I send my information to RITA?

No, you MUST appear in Mayor’s Court with your information.

9. eFile Delinquent Returns

Can I file delinquent tax returns online?

Yes, returns may be filed electronically through MyAccount or FastFile.

10. eFile Exemptions

Can I file exemptions online?

Yes, exemption types: no taxable income, military income only, under 18, retired, deceased, and moved out can be filed online through MyAccount or FastFile.