If I tell social security administration they can't see my bank accounts, can they make me give them my bank information?

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   Paula Sinclair

   Twin Falls Social Security Lawyers

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   Answered January 29, 2013 21:44. No, they can't force you to divulge bank records, but they can deny benefits on that grounds. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a means-tested welfare program. There are strict limits in the income and assets a person may have in order to be eligible for SSI benefits. Eligibility is determined upon review of assets, including bank accounts.
   
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   Clifford FarrellPro

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   Answered January 30, 2013 03:23. I agree with Ms. Sinclair. You need todecide if you want to lose the benefits or give out a little bank information.

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   Lawrence Gibney

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   Answered January 30, 2013 05:15. Because SSI is a nees based program they have a right to determine whether or not you have any assets that would disqualify you from benefits. The disqualification amount is very low. Best of luck to you.

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