If you and another person each have a clearly established requirement under a court order or written agreement to make child support payments for a child, normally neither of you would be able to claim the amount for an eligible dependent for that child. However, in this case, you may still be eligible to claim the amount for an eligible dependent, as long as you and the other person agree that you will make the claim. If you cannot agree, neither of you can claim an amount for an eligible dependent for that child. For more information, please refer to the CRA article on Child custody and the amount for an eligible dependent.
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