How can I get copies of my past tax returns?

For federal returns, request a transcript from the IRS using “Get Transcript” at HTTPS://WWW.IRS.GOV/INDIVIDUALS/GET-TRANSCRIPT). For California state returns, you can request copies from the California Franchise Tax Board at HTTPS://WWW.FTB.CA.GOV/HELP/HOW-DO-I-GET-A-COPY-OF-MY-STATE-TAX-RETURN.HTML