Legal Question in Social Security Law in Pennsylvania

Re: missing ex

No one is ever entitled to someone else's SS benefit. SSA has obligation to pay child support.

However, a minor child of a deceased worker may be entitled to a survivor's benefit. You'll need a death certificate. So if he is just "missing" there is not much you can do.

Also, a minor child of a disabled worker may be entitled to an auxiliary benefit.

If your ex were collecting disability, he could be easily found. If he is working "on the books" he can be easily found as well. Ask you local Domestic Relations office to conduct a search using his SS#. Both PA law & federal SS Regs allow this search. The IRS should also be able to attach his income tax refund for unpaid support.

If he is working "under the table" locating him will be difficult.