How do you claim winnings from a state lottery?

The $3M that they accepted is taxed in that case but the tax will be paid in on year. The $6M would be paid out over several years and taxes would be paid on the amount distributed in each year.

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If you buy a car that has a retail price of $20K on it but you bargain it down to $18K, do you pay tax on what you actually paid or the suggested retail price of the vehicle?

The same goes with lottery winnings...

I believe you don't need to claim it on your taxes.... The taxes were Already taken out. They already took 3 million dollars out for taxes. But you can confirm with the lottery office.

You would only claim the $3 million received. The person WILL receive a statement at tax time indicating the amount of winnings they must report.

Only what you receive.

Just the 3 million received.