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Is it illegal for your parents to not give you your Social Security number?
edit: they do not have the legal right in the U.S. to withhold your social security card, passport, or state id. Call the police if they do. The birth certificate they have a right to possess, but that’s the easiest item to get another official copy of.
How long does it take to get documents back from Social Security?
You should usually receive it within 7-10 business days from that time. Because we are experiencing slight delays in processing mail-in Social Security card applications, it may take us between 2-4 weeks to process a mail-in application and return the evidence.
Will Social Security return my documents?
We will return any documents submitted with your application. For assistance, contact any U.S. Social Security office or your Federal Benefits Unit. For a complete list of Federal Benefits Units and contact information, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/foreign.
Will Social Security send back original documents?
If you do not have an original document, we can accept a certified copy from the office that issued the original document. We do not accept photocopies. We will return the original documents to you.
Can you go to jail for owing Social Security?
If you receive Social Security, we’ll suspend your benefits if you’re convicted of a criminal offense and sentenced to jail or prison for more than 30 continuous days. If you’re receiving SSI, we’ll suspend your payments while you’re in prison. Your payments can start again in the month you’re released.
Will my daughter’s parents keep copies of her birth certificate?
Her parents are abusive to her at times and are very negative towards her. Ask a lawyer – it’s free! Yes, her parents may keep their copies, however, sending away for duplicates is something she can do. She needs to wait until she is 18, otherwise she would need the signature of your parent or legal guardian.
What if my parents Don’t give Me my Social Security card?
If your parents refuse to give you the SS card and birth certificate, you can get a new SS card from Social Security and a certified copy of the birth certificate from Vital Statistics. You don’t need the ones they have.
Do I need the documents my parents have for me?
You don’t need the ones they have. The documents may contain your information but they likely do not belong to you. Your parents went through the troubles of obtaining those documents. The documents belong to the parents. What you can do is obtain a new Social Security card and birth certificate.