Taxpayer asks:
Can I claim my foster child as a dependent?
Taxgirl says:
Yes, assuming that your foster child meets all of the other dependent criteria.
Keep in mind that, according to the IRS, a child is considered to be a foster child so long as he or she has “been placed with you by an authorized placement agency or by judgment, decree, or order of any court of competent jurisdiction.”
Like any good lawyer, I need to add a disclaimer: Unfortunately, it is impossible to give comprehensive tax advice over the internet, no matter how well researched or written. Before relying on any information given on this site, contact a tax professional to discuss your particular situation.
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