Vanessa A
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No.  You cannot include your child's W-2 on your tax return.  If they had taxes withheld they can file a return to get a refund of the taxes they had withheld, however, since they earned less than $13,850, they do not need to file if they are not claiming a refund.  

 

Should I Include a Dependent's Income on My Tax Return?

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