Yes, you may be able to claim your son as a qualifying child if:He is under 19, or a full-time student and under 24 years of age. There is no age limit if he is permanently and totally disabled.He lives with you for more than half of the year (Temporary absences, like going to college does not count)You provided more than half of his support for the tax yearYou are the only person claiming himSee the article below for the rules about claiming a qualifying child. https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Family/Tax-Exemptions-and-Deductions-for-Families/INF12053.htmlHere is a worksheet that will help you determine if you provide more than half of your son's support:https://apps.irs.gov/app/vita/content/globalmedia/teacher/worksheet_for_determining_support_4012.pdfThis will have no effect on any benefits.

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jonestamika82583

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Can dad file the child that is on mom section 8

Forum|Forum|7 years ago
June 1, 2019
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Yes, you may be able to claim your son as a qualifying child if:

He is under 19, or a full-time student and under 24 years of age. There is no age limit if he is permanently and totally disabled.
He lives with you for more than half of the year (Temporary absences, like going to college does not count)
You provided more than half of his support for the tax year
You are the only person claiming him

See the article below for the rules about claiming a qualifying child.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Family/Tax-Exemptions-and-Deductions-for-Families/INF12053.html

Here is a worksheet that will help you determine if you provide more than half of your son's support:

https://apps.irs.gov/app/vita/content/globalmedia/teacher/worksheet_for_determining_support_4012.pdf

This will have no effect on any benefits.