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    Dec 12, 2011, 02:18 PM
    Social Security Representitive Payee question (NC, USA)
    I was the representative payee for my FIL's social security checks for the past 2 and a half years. Due to concerns about his health he's agreed to move in with another family member who can be there for him more often, so that person will become his new representative payee. My question is this: Social security disability accidentally sent me his last check. They are asking me to return the money, no problem, it's his money and needs to go to him. The problem is that apparently I was not using the correct type of bank account to manage his funds, and I'm concerned that if I just send SS a check they will reilize I messed up setting up the accounts and I'll get in trouble. I have no problem with them auditing me, I have all the receipts and I spent his money only on him, but I don't know if this (the wrong bank account) is a jailable offence. I have the option to send them a money order, but I hate the idea of having to spend money to pay for them if I don't have to.
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    Dec 12, 2011, 03:15 PM
    Look at it this way. If they will accept a money order it sounds a lot cheaper then a lawyer bill. Plus it will all be behind you. A small price to pay for peace of mind.
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    Dec 12, 2011, 03:47 PM
    Calif - good perspective. Thanks!
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    Dec 12, 2011, 03:56 PM
    Your welcome. And welcome to AMHD. Check out our other boards too. We have a lot to offer here.
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    Dec 12, 2011, 04:23 PM
    Been here a hot minute my friend. Usually I just read things to educate myself since I don't have much knowledge to offer, this time I just needed an outside perspective. Thanks again!
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