I'm 66 years old, divorced, I have a minor child who turns 14 this month. She primarily lives with her mother, but by

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Customer: I'm 66 years old, divorced, I have a minor child who turns 14 this month. She primarily lives with her mother, but by legal agreement I get to claim her on my taxes. She is eligible to receive social security child benefit. Can I receive it and use it to pay child support and other expenses?
JA: How old is the child? What state does she live in?
Customer: 14, Florida
JA: Is there an agreement for payment of child support?
Customer: Yes
JA: Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured that they'll be able to help you.
Customer: I dont think so
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Hello, my name is***** will be the attorney assisting you today. I know your situation is complicated. Please be patient if I do not respond within a few minutes as I may be completing another customer’s answer before getting back to this one, or may not be in front of my computer. Is there any additional information you think might be helpful?


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You can use it to pay for the child's expenses.

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No, I would say child support is an expense
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No, child support is not an expense for the child.

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I cannot receive it and use it for child support, but I could use it for rent and utilities and food...
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However she lives at her mothers house most of the time although I am allowed to claim her on my taxes
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Yes, your information just came through.

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It can not be used for child support. But food, utilities, etc.

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Is there anything else that I can help you with? I am here to help.

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