First they asked if I had ever been married and I said, "No." On the rental application they already want to know my son's social security number, why would they want his birth certificate as well?
2007-05-13 10:02:05 · 6 answers · asked by op1848 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Its just a formality especially if you are recieving government assistance or assisted housing. You are considered a family unit.
2007-05-13 10:10:08 · answer #1 · answered by Enigma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With so many child abductions in this country, I think landlord's are fair in asking these questions. It's about time we all take the right steps to protect children. Someday, you'll look back on this as a really good policy and be glad that your children were being protected. More people should ask more questions maybe kidnapping can really be hindered by some of these steps.
2007-05-13 17:15:04 · answer #2 · answered by Ms.L.A. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if it's legal, but it's wierd. Ask them why, and if it's a logical explanation, show them. But they shouldn't have to have any of that on file. It's really none of their business.
2007-05-13 17:10:35 · answer #3 · answered by Trillium 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you not pay the rent, they can try to get him to pay.
Most likely I would agree with what mentioned above. Be sure he your child and stuff like that. It sad this how our world is, but, that is how things are.
2007-05-13 17:12:16 · answer #4 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They cannot ask, that is a good way to do identity thieft, they have no legal reason for needing that information,,,,,
2007-05-13 17:09:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably to make sure you are his mother and you're not holding or kidnapping a child.......this sort of thing was in the news recently. i think its legal and reasonable. i wouldnt worry or take it personally.
2007-05-13 17:06:00 · answer #6 · answered by jmprince01 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋