Inmates as dependent on 2022 taxes

WOMANOFGOD · ‎March 4, 2023

Can I claim my son an inmate as a dependent on my 2022 taxes?

xmasbaby0 · ‎March 4, 2023

No. So sorry for your sad situation. But if your son was incarcerated for 2022, he cannot be claimed as your dependent. You did not support him--he was supported by the department of corrections. He is being housed, clothed and fed by the government. Gifts or spending money you send to him are just that---gifts--which are not deductible.

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WOMANOFGOD · ‎March 4, 2023

I'm disagree they house him but I feed and buy clothes but I understand.

xmasbaby0 · ‎March 4, 2023

@WOMANOFGOD Sorry---- in order to claim a dependent you must provide over half of their support. The government is spending tens of thousands of dollars to support your incarcerated son-- possibly more than $100, 000 per year. Are you spending more than that?

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