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Veterans

Common Questions

As a veteran already receiving service-connected disability compensation, I think I should be getting more benefits. What can I do to increase my benefit amount?
I am a veteran and I have a disability. Am I eligible for Social Security benefits?
I am a veteran and I have a disability. Am I eligible for veteran's benefits?
I am a veteran diagnosed with PTSD. Are there benefits available to me?
I am disabled and get disability benefits. Do I still have to pay child support?
I can’t afford my child support payment. Can I lower the amount?
I served in the military but received a less than honorable discharge, and I feel that my character of discharge was unfair. What can I do?
I’m a veteran and my driver's license has been suspended due to unpaid child support. Is there anything I can do?
What other resources are available to help with veterans' legal problems?

Resources

Guide

Florida Veterans Legal Helpline: (866) 486-6161

Applicants receive free legal advice and referrals. Must be a veteran living in Florida. Call (866) 486-6161 to apply.
Guide

Discharge Upgrade Guide: What if I have a bad discharge from the military?

A self-help guide for military discharge upgrade.
Guide

List of Legal Clinics in Tampa Bay

A list of ongoing legal clinics throughout the Tampa Bay area provided by Bay Area Legal Services and its partners.

Upcoming Legal Clinics

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Sealing & Expunging Criminal Records in Florida

October 6, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location

Virtual

The webinar will discuss how to seal and expunge criminal records in Florida.

Still have questions?

If you live or have a case in Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas or Sarasota counties, we may be able to help.

How do I apply? Am I eligible?

Call (800) 625-2257

to apply for service.

Or complete our online application

and we will call you back.