Legal Question in Family Law in Alabama

children and taxes

which parent has legal rights to claim a child for tax purposes? our divorce decree did not mention anything about this. my ex-wife has joint custody with visitation but our daughter lives with me full time. my ex does not pay support but she does cover half of dr. co-pays and some school tuition. any help you can give will be greatly appreciated. thanks joel


Asked on 4/24/07, 8:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Pamela Scott Scott Law Office

Re: children and taxes

Presumption is for the custodial parent. Of course, you can always agree otherwise, but, in lieu of agreement the presumption would be that you have the deduction.

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Answered on 5/03/07, 9:54 am


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