Which category of dependency is associated with a parent-in-law according to BAQ codes?

The category of dependency that includes a parent-in-law according to BAQ (Basic Allowance for Quarters) codes is classified as "Ward of the court." This classification is applicable when a legal guardian or court has taken responsibility for an individual, which in this case can extend to situations involving in-laws. The designation of "Ward of the court" acknowledges the legal and financial responsibilities that may fall on a family member who is legally recognized as being dependent due to circumstances requiring formal oversight, such as guardianship or custody by law.

In contrast, the classifications of spouse, child, and parent relate to direct familial relationships where the dependency is clearly defined as part of immediate family structures. The relationships that fall under these categories do not encompass in-laws, as they refer primarily to spouse and direct offspring or one’s own parents. Thus, these options would not accurately represent the dependency status of a parent-in-law within the context of BAQ codes.