Providence, RI asked in Child Support for Rhode Island

Q: Under RI law does a father still have to pay child support if they're on ssi?

The children in question are ages 6 and 9. He has several other children and all of the mothers of his children were told they can't file due to the fact that he's on social security. How true is this? The mother of the 6 and 9yr olds gets less than part time hours and is on state assistance.

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Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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  • PROVIDENCE, RI
  • Licensed in Rhode Island

A: Be sure to consult with a Rhode Island Family court attorney - RI Legal Services is a good place to start if you are the mother on state assistance. This will enable you to discern whether he is receiving SSI or SSDI and understand the various ramifications as a result.

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