Comptroller of Maryland. Serving the People. Peter Franchot, Comptroller
Spotlight on Maryland

Free Income Tax Preparation

Effective February 1, 2012

The Comptroller's Office will no longer accept cash payments at branch offices.

Cash payments may be made at the Comptroller's Baltimore Office: 301 West Preston Street, Room 206, Baltimore, Maryland

Please note: payments requiring immediately available funds must be made by certified check, cashier's check, teller's check or money order.

We will prepare your Maryland tax return and even electronically transmit it for you free of charge at any of our taxpayer service offices.

To take advantage of this service, bring your completed federal return, all W-2 statements and supporting documents (such as 1099 statements, etc.) and a picture ID with you.

No appointment is necessary. Assistance is available Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.