Someone else claimed my dependent s how do I fix this.

[david_1991-]

They are my grandkids and they lived with me all year round. How do I fix it. Someone else claimed them.

[xmasbaby0]

Someone else claimed my dependent and my return was rejected

If someone else claimed your dependent already, then your e-filed return will be rejected.  Print, sign and mail your own return which claims your dependents.  Mailed returns are processed differently by the IRS.  It will take some time (maybe even up to a year) but eventually the IRS will contact both parties and sort out who could rightfully claim the dependent.  The person who wrongfully claimed the dependent will face repayment of refund $, plus penalties.

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

[Mike9241 · Accepted solution]

There is no way to fix this to enable you to e-file. This is an IRS rule.

Include your dependents in your filing. then you'll have to mail it based on Turbotax filing instructions. be sure to attach all w-2s and any other withholding forms. mail using a service where you'll get proof of delivery.

what will happen is that both parties will get an IRS notice to amend. if the other party doesn't then there is a second notice that asks for proof. what constitutes proof will be in that notice.