In California I'm I entitled to a paycheck that I paid taxes on even if I didn't work the shift that they initially compensated me for?

Question

In California I'm I entitled to a paycheck that I paid taxes on even if I didn't work the shift that they initially compensated me for?

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Your question makes no sense. You don't pay taxes on income you don't get.

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If you didn't work the shift, you aren't entitled to the money.