Why do parents hide birth certificates?

Sealing birth records after an adoption or legitimation was intended to protect the child from any stigma associated with being born illegitimate. After World War II, the laws in most states were changed to permanently seal adoptees’ original birth certificates to all parties, including the adoptee when an adult.

What can I do if my parents won’t give me my Social Security card?

Go to your local office with a valid photo identification (ie. drivers license or US passport) and they can tell you where to get a new card.

How can I find out if someone is using my child’s Social Security number?

First, you need to check with the Social Security Administration once a year to make sure no one is using your child’s SSN. Secondly, you need to check your child’s credit report (free – Equifax -1-800-525-6285; Experian-1-888-397-3742; TransUnion-1-800-680-7289.) You can also report fraud to them.

When did they stop putting illegitimate on birth certificates?

After a series of unsuccessful court challenges, the law finally went into effect on May 30, 2000.

Can you freeze your child’s credit?

If your child is under 16, you can request a free credit freeze, also known as a security freeze, to make it harder for someone to open new accounts in your child’s name. The freeze stays in place until you tell the credit bureaus to remove it.

Will my daughter’s parents keep copies of her birth certificate?

Her parents are abusive to her at times and are very negative towards her. Ask a lawyer – it’s free! Yes, her parents may keep their copies, however, sending away for duplicates is something she can do. She needs to wait until she is 18, otherwise she would need the signature of your parent or legal guardian.

What if my parents Don’t give Me my Social Security card?

If your parents refuse to give you the SS card and birth certificate, you can get a new SS card from Social Security and a certified copy of the birth certificate from Vital Statistics. You don’t need the ones they have.

Do I need the documents my parents have for me?

You don’t need the ones they have. The documents may contain your information but they likely do not belong to you. Your parents went through the troubles of obtaining those documents. The documents belong to the parents. What you can do is obtain a new Social Security card and birth certificate.