MaryK4
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Deductions & credits

As the custodial parent, you have the right to claim the Child Tax Credit as dictated in the divorce settlement, unless you signed a Form 8332 which releases the right to claim to the noncustodial spouse.  If you mail in your return, the IRS will investigate and your ex-husband will have to pay back the excess he claimed.

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