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    Apr 1, 2010, 07:08 PM
    Does my child a student have to file ca state tax return
    A college student made 6,000 dollars in 2009 do I have to file a Ca state tax return? My parents claim me as a dependent.
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    Apr 1, 2010, 08:29 PM

    Even if you are a dependent you must file your tax return if your income exceeds the filing requirement.
    Your income exceeds federal filing requirement for dependent but is less than CA filing requirement. 2009 filing requirements Your U.S. Tax Return: 2009 Filing Requirements for Most Taxpayers
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