Can I retrieve the taxes paid on uncashed paper checks made out to employees in error? error?

Hey there, @serider2001. I have some information here that can help handle the situation you're in with duplicate paper checks.

The duplicate paper check can cause a tax overpayment. If the date of the paycheck is still within this quarter, you can leave it as it is. It'll cover any additional payroll tax liabilities for the rest of the quarter until all of it is utilized.

Since you want to retrieve it, you can request a refund instead or apply it for future tax payment. Here's how:

1. Go to Taxes, then Payroll Tax.
2. Select Payments.
   
   
   
3. Find the overpaid tax and pick Resolve. If you don’t see this option, contact us for assistance.
4. Choose one of the following, if available:
   • Request a refund.
   • Apply to a future tax payment (recommended)
5. Click Confirm, then Done.
6. Contact the IRS or your state agency to request refunds or apply taxes to future periods.

Feel free to visit this article for more information: Resolve a payroll tax overpayment.

Additionally, in your recording, you'll need to void the duplicate paper check to avoid messing up your book.

I'll also share this article for information about handling employee's unclaimed paychecks: Understand the process for unclaimed wages.

Let me know if you have additional questions about managing paper checks by leaving a reply below. Have a good day.