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Publication 4449 Tax Information for Non-Custodial ParentsPDF version of this PublicationTopic Screen for this Publication
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Publication 17 - Your Federal Income Tax (For Individuals) - Exemptions for Dependents
Custodial parent and noncustodial parent. The custodial parent is the parent with whom the child lived for...
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Form 8332 Release/Revocation of Release of Claim to Exemption for Child by Custodial ParentTopic Screen for this Form
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FAQ - Filing Requirements, Status, Dependents, Exemptions
Can a court order determine who may claim a dependency exemption for a child? Does the court order supersede...
FAQ - Child Care Credit, Other Credits
May a noncustodial parent claim the child tax credit for a child if the custodial parent released a claim to...
FAQ - Earned Income Tax Credit
If the noncustodial parent receives permission from the custodial parent to claim a child on his or her tax...
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