Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
I pay child support. Should I be claming that on my taxes?
Asked on 7/19/10, 1:24 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Roger Merrill
Merrill & Associates
If you have a divorce decree, it might have specific language regarding who gets the tax deduction for the children. So, you should review your decree to see whether it has such a provision.
Answered on 7/19/10, 4:37 pm
Fran Brochstein
Attorney & Mediator
Generally the parent with primary custody gets the tax deduction.
I doubt you get to deduct the child. If you deduct the child and you are not entitled to the deduction, you will get audited.
Talk to your CPA.
Answered on 7/19/10, 4:49 pm
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