Emancipation - How will emancipation affect benefits which I am entitled to receive?

Question

Im 16 and about to be emancipated.  I'm wondering if I would still receive SSI. from my dad's disability or back child support. I'm not sure right now which one it is I'm receiving.  I do know it's a lump sum for back pay and I then receive monthly checks from the same place.  Whether or not it is child support or SSI would I be able to receive either one when I am emancipated.

Answer

Becoming emancipated should not affect benefits to which you may be entitled.  Such benefits are usually received because of your chronological age rather than you legal status.

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