julie-a
Returning Member

Dependent

I have a 19 year old son. I am divorced. Last year (2023-2024) was his first year at college. I paid ALL of his living expenses, food, housing, clothing ($20,000+). He lived on campus. During the summer months, he lived with his father who only paid for his books ($600). His father claimed him on his own return, even though I asked to claim him last year. Do I have any rights? Does the IRS allow the parent who paid the most to claim the child?