karen13
New Member

Can I get and deduction for 2 children who I took in November

I took in two children in November 2016.  I had power of attorney while their mom was getting help.
DDollar
Expert Alumni

Get your taxes done using TurboTax

If you only supported them for two months they would not qualify as dependents, so no you cannot get a deduction for them.

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