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Can I claim someone as a dependent who owe back taxes and my return will not be offset

 
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Can I claim someone as a dependent who owe back taxes and my return will not be offset

You will not be obligated to pay tax or have your refund seized by claiming a dependent who owes back taxes.

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BrittanyS
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Can I claim someone as a dependent who owe back taxes and my return will not be offset

No, a dependents tax debt will not become your responsibility to pay.  However, you will want to make sure the person qualifies to be a dependent.  To qualify as a dependent, you must meet the following guidelines:

 

  • be a US Citizen, resident alien, or resident of Canada or Mexico
  • can not be claimed on anyone else's tax return
  • dependent can not claim themselves on their own return
  • Spouse can not be claimed as a dependent
  • be a qualifying child or relative

For more information on dependents, see the link below:

 

@shannontrinda 

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