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    Nov 2, 2012, 03:29 PM
    Can I claim my grandchild in my taxes?
    I have a newborn grandson who lives with me. His mother is my 18 year old daughter. She does not work but I do and I support him. Can I claim him on my taxes?
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    Nov 2, 2012, 03:42 PM
    Since he is your lineal descendant, you can claim him on YOUR tax return as a qualifying child if you provide more than HALF of his total support.
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