Ohio, like many states, is in a bit of a budget pickle and perhaps this level of vigilance is part of the reason.
Denise Bossetti received a notice in the mail that indicated she was due $200 million but was skeptical (even with the letterhead).
Apparently 9,700 Ohioans received notices of inflated refunds and the Ohio Department of Taxation claims this is a new one and that “The problem has been fixed.” Probably a good idea.
Woman gets $200 million tax-return notice — but it was mistake [Sandusky Register via AT]