Tag Archives: Fugitive Felon

Fleeing felon definition changed due to class action suit

I previously wrote about how Social Security stops benefits for fleeing felons. However, there has been considerable litigation across the country regarding what constitutes a “fleeing felon.” Social Security changed its definition of “fleeing” due to a settlement in the … Continue reading

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What constitutes “fleeing” in a fugitive felon cessation cases?

I previously wrote about how Social Security can stop benefits if a person is a fleeing or fugitive felon. The courts have been wrestling with the question of whether an outstanding arrest warrant (not a conviction, just the arrest warrant) is enough … Continue reading

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Social Security benefits stop for fugitive felons

I previously wrote about how Social Security disability benefits stop during incarceration. However, your Social Security disability benefits can also stop if you labeled a “Fugitive Felon.” Fugitive felons is anyone who is Fleeing to avoid prosecution for a crime which … Continue reading

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Can you receive Social Security while in jail / prison?

Jonathan Ginsberg of the Social Security Disability Blog writes about what happens to your Social Security benefits if you are in jail/prison. I recently received an email question from a blog reader about the eligibility of a convicted felon for … Continue reading

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