Filing tax returns is an annual responsibility that residents of Connecticut navigate using various forms, including the simplified CT-1040EZ. Designed specifically for certain Connecticut residents, the CT-1040EZ form caters to those with straightforward financial situations requiring less documentation and fewer calculations than the full CT-1040 form. This form allows eligible taxpayers to report their income, calculate their Connecticut adjusted gross income, and determine any taxes owed or refunds due for the tax year 2008. Important aspects include indicating one's filing status, accurately reporting federal adjusted gross income, and detailing any Connecticut income tax withheld. Additionally, the form facilitates claims for credits such as those for property taxes paid on a primary residence or motor vehicle, and it offers a way to contribute to designated charities. Taxpayers must diligently complete and sign the form, adhering to specific instructions on the reverse side, ensuring accuracy and completeness to avoid penalties. Completing the CT-1040EZ is made easier with clear instructions regarding necessary attachments, like the Schedule 1EZ for property tax credit and Schedule 2EZ if claiming an individual use tax, highlighting the form's aim to streamline the tax filing process for qualified Connecticut residents.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Ct 1040 Ez Form |
| Form Length | 3 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 45 sec |
| Other names | DRS, 1EZ, ct 1040ez, 2011 |
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Connecticut Resident EZ Income Tax Return
For DRS |
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Use Only |
2008
Complete return in blue or black ink only. Taxpayers must sign declaration on reverse side.
For the year January 1 - December 31, 2008, or other taxable year beginning: _________________ , 2008 and ending: __________________, ______ .
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Mailing address (number and street, apartment number, suite number, PO Box)
City, town, or post office (If town is two words, leave a space between the words.) State |
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Federal adjusted gross income from federal Form 1040, |
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Line 37; Form 1040A, Line 21; or Form 1040EZ, Line 4 |
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Refunds of state and local income taxes from federal |
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Form 1040, Line 10: See instructions, Page 10. |
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Schedule: See instructions, Page 10. |
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5.Credit for property taxes paid on your primary residence, motor vehicle, or both: Complete and attach SCHEDULE 1EZ,
on Page 3 or your credit will be disallowed. |
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6. Connecticut income tax: Subtract Line 5 from Line 4. |
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7.Individual use tax from SCHEDULE 2EZ, Line 28, on Page 3: See instructions, Page 11. Complete and attach SCHEDULE 2EZ.
If no tax is due, enter “0.” |
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To complete your return, continue on Page 2, Form
Make your check payable to:
Commissioner of Revenue Services
To ensure proper posting, write your
SSN(s) (optional) and
“2008 Form
Use envelope provided, with correct mailing label, or mail to:
For refunds and all other tax forms without payment: For all tax forms with payment:
Department of Revenue Services |
Department of Revenue Services |
PO Box 150420 |
PO Box 150440 |
Hartford CT |
Hartford CT |
Due date: April 15, 2009 - Attach a copy of all applicable schedules and forms to this return.
For a faster refund, see Page 2 of the booklet for electronic filing options.
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10.Total Connecticut income tax withheld: Add amounts in Column C and enter here. You must complete Columns A, B, and C or your withholding will be disallowed.
11.All 2008 estimated tax payments and any overpayments applied from a prior year
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16.Total contributions of refund to designated charities from SCHEDULE 3EZ, Line 29
17.Refund: Subtract Lines 15 and 16 from Line 14.
For faster refund, use Direct Deposit by completing Lines 17a, 17b, and 17c.
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6Declaration: I declare under penalty of law that I have examined this return (including any accompanying schedules and statements) and, to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, complete, and correct. I understand the penalty for willfully delivering a false return or document to DRS is a fine of not more than $5,000, or imprisonment for not more than five years, or both. The declaration of a paid preparer other than the taxpayer is based on all information of which the preparer has any knowledge.
Keep a copy for your records.
Sign Here.
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Third Party Designee - Complete the following to authorize DRS to contact another person about this return.
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25.Enter the decimal amount for your fi ling status and Connecticut AGI from the Property Tax Credit Table located in the instruction booklet. If zero, enter the amount from Line 24 on Line 27.
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Complete this worksheet to calculate your Connecticut individual use tax liability and attach Page 3 to your return.
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