You have two choices.
1) E-file without claiming the dependent, then fie an amended return claiming the dependent after your original return has been processed.
OR
20 File your original return claiming the dependent. If the dependent has already been claimed, as you say has happened, your E-FILE will be rejected. You will be forced to print and mail your return in.
Once the IRS sees that the child was claimed by two different taxpayers, they will investigate and determine who has the right to claim the child.
The person that claimed the child, and shouldn't have, most likely will face penalties,
interest, and additional tax.
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