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While lottery winnings are subject to state income tax in most states, withholding tax varies from zero (California, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and the states with no state income tax) to over 12 percent in New York City.
New York Lottery retailers can pay prizes on tickets presented up to a year after the draw. For Take Five, the bonus prize of a Quick Pick Free Play MUST be claimed at a retailer location within a year of the draw date. After a year from the draw date, it is not valid.