Anyone can be your dependent if they meet all 7 of the tests below, regardless of their age.
If he was under 19, or under 24 and a full-time student, then he could still earn over $4050 and be considered a dependent.
His age will likely mean that you won't get any child tax credits, however (unless he's permanently disabled).
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