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February 10, 2021
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Can i file for my dependent if the other parent has already??

  • February 10, 2021
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We were never married but we split custody, she has her half the week i have her half the week.

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DoninGA
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February 10, 2021

No, you cannot enter the dependent on your tax return.  There is no such thing as split custody on a tax return.  Whichever person the dependent lived with for over 183 nights is the custodial parent and claims the dependent on their tax return.