Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Florida

Can I claim my children on my tax return if a relative (aunt) has temporary custody (6months) and I pay child support as well. I wanted to know before I claim my children on my taxes. I don't think she should be allowed to claim them on hers , but I wanted to know where I stand with that. Or is ther something I can do legally to prevent her from claiming my children on her taxes


Asked on 12/30/09, 12:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

It depends on who is supporting them. If you both claim them it will raise a red flag with the IRS and there will be an audit. Talk with her and decide who gets to claim the dependancy.

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Answered on 1/09/10, 12:20 pm


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