If I change my name and get a new social security number, am I legally responsible for any charges against me?
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If I change my name and get a new social security number, am I legally responsible for any charges against me?
Asked on July 14, 2013 under Criminal Law, Arkansas
Answers:
Robert Johnston / Law Office of Robert J. Johnston Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes. Its you, yourself, you as a person, an individual, that would be charged and held accountable for a crime. What you call yourself and what your particular SSN is, has no bearing. Its still you that is accused.
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