will we still be dependant to her, what will happen law wise?? is this legal???
2006-09-28 11:29:31 · 6 answers · asked by becky 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
if anything happens to her you are in BIG trouble
2006-09-28 11:32:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are talking about the dependent status with regard to the IRS you will need to look up the number of months that your child has lived with you for that year. It is based on the amount of money spent to care for that child including shelter, food, and clothing. If another is primarily caring for your child for a majority of the year then they are providing that monetary care not you.
The people your child is staying with will not be able to claim them as dependent because they are not a family member but if they care for them for the majority of the year then you will also not be able to claim them as a dependent because you did not provide monetary support.
From a legal standpoint, if your child commits a crime you will be responsible for their actions whether they are temporarily staying with others or not. For this reason you should contact the police and let them know that there is family discourse and request their help in getting your child back into the home, assuming of course that there is no abuse that your child is trying to get away from. The parents of the other child should also be contacted to let them know that you do not approve of this situation. They should let your child know that running away is not a good way to handle family problems.
2006-09-28 18:40:30 · answer #2 · answered by r_k_winters 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, she is still legally your dependent. Unless she files for emancipation from you, you are legally obligated to her until age 18.
What you need to figure out is WHY she is leaving and try to patch things up and make a change. It is never a good sign when a child moves out of her parents' house.
2006-09-28 18:33:17 · answer #3 · answered by Esma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess one would need to know why. If there is a good reason, explain it to your child and you will need to give your friend temporary custody. Most likely need to have alawyer draw up papers and will cost around $600. But try not to confuse your child by moving them from one household to another. Children need to have a feeling of stability too. If at all possible, avoid having your child live with someone else.
2006-09-28 18:33:55 · answer #4 · answered by tko43078 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
she may like it there and may not want to be back with you. legally - abandonment. Nice huh?
2006-09-28 18:34:26 · answer #5 · answered by sami 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
how old is the child?
2006-09-28 18:34:32 · answer #6 · answered by gabby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋