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Can a convicted felon still receive social security?

Asked on Oct 07th, 2011 on Criminal Law - New Hampshire
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Can a convicted felon still get their Social Security Benefits?
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Criminal Law Attorney serving Howell, MI at Law Offices of Jules N. Fiani
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Yes.
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2013 at 1:09 AM

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Family Attorney serving Traverse City, MI at Craig W. Elhart, PC
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This would be a question to ask the Social Security Administration.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 1:21 PM

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Daniel Kieth Martin
Yes as long as the conviction is not for social security fraud and the person is not in jail.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 1:21 PM

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I do not believe there is any block to receiving Social Security if you are convicted, but the definitive answer can only be obtained from the Social Security Administration. You have nothing to lose by applying.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2011 at 10:14 PM

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Theodore W. Robinson
Yes, unless you are in jail at the time.
Answered on Oct 12th, 2011 at 1:45 AM

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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Montrose, NY at Law Office of Jared Altman
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Yes. I am quite certain.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 11:59 PM

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Bankruptcy Attorney serving Lakewood, CO
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Yes, a convicted felon can still get social security. The only time during which they might not be able to collect it is while encarcerated.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 5:08 PM

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Criminal Law Attorney serving Lancaster, NH at Harden Law Office
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I don't believe a felony conviction affects SS benefits. If actually incarcerated benefits may be denied. You should consult a layer who handles SS cases.
Answered on Oct 11th, 2011 at 4:36 PM

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