Can I claim a female correctional inmate I have sent money to all year?

leftwriter · ‎June 6, 2019

She was the one who informed me and gave permission.

xmasbaby0 · ‎June 6, 2019

No, you cannot claim an inmate as your dependent. She is being supported by the institution where she is incarcerated. Money you are sending is considered a gift. Gifts to individuals are not deductible.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎June 6, 2019

No, you cannot claim an inmate as your dependent. She is being supported by the institution where she is incarcerated. Money you are sending is considered a gift. Gifts to individuals are not deductible.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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Can I claim a female correctional inmate I have sent money to all year?