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posted May 31, 2021 5:13:26 PM

Can i claim a dependent on my state return if they are being claimed in a different state?

My dependent is being claimed in idaho both state and federally. Since i live in California would i be able to claim them only on my state return and not federally?

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Level 15
May 31, 2021 5:25:21 PM

WHAT ???   You can never not claim them on the federal return so you can claim them on a state ... interesting thought though.  

 

And they can be considered on both state returns if they are also allowed on the non resident state. 

Level 15
May 31, 2021 5:47:02 PM

From the  California income tax instruction booklet:

"The persons you list as dependents must be the same persons you listed as dependents on your federal income tax return."