In addition to the information shared y @DoninGA - see also this TurboTax help article on the rules for Other Dependents. A stepparent meets the Relationship test.
Related or not, the person you’re claiming as a qualified relative must also fit these criteria:
- They haven’t already been claimed for the Child Tax Credit or Credit for Other Dependents, either by you or by anyone else.
- They have an SSN, ITIN, or ATIN issued on or before the due date of your return (including extensions).
- They are a US citizen, US resident alien, or US national.
- They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
- They either lived with you for the entire year or are related to you.
- They have less than $5,200 gross income this year (nontaxable Social Security doesn't count).
- You provided more than half of their financial support (more info).
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