I want to know at what age a child can choose which parent to live with in Montgomery County, Dayton, Oh.  Are there any special conditions that would prohibit the child to choose?
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There is no particular age. The law says, "The court first shall determine the reasoning ability of the child. If the court determines that the child does not have sufficient reasoning ability to express the child's wishes and concern with respect to the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities for the care of the child, it shall not determine the child's wishes and concerns with respect to the allocation. If the court determines that the child has sufficient reasoning ability to express the child's wishes or concerns with respect to the allocation, it then shall determine whether, because of special circumstances, it would not be in the best interest of the child to determine the child's wishes and concerns with respect to the allocation. If the court determines that, because of special circumstances, it would not be in the best interest of the child to determine the child's wishes and concerns with respect to the allocation, it shall not determine the child's wishes and concerns with respect to the allocation and shall enter its written findings of fact and opinion in the journal. If the court determines that it would be in the best interests of the child to determine the child's wishes and concerns with respect to the allocation, it shall proceed to make that determination." \n\nIn short, if they believe the child is able to reason well enough to form a knowledgeable opinion, they will consider it if it is in the child's best interest.
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obviously depending if shes a minor or not, could she not get in contact with socail services? if shes 16 or over she has the option to just leave without her parents permission, she can not be left on the streets, with the right help she could be housed in a bedsit. x She is old enough to just walk out! and so are you! if both or one of you work can you not both find some where small for you to live together? come on the pair of you are at your ages classed as young adults, she doesnt have to stay at home with her parents, im getting the feeling your not from the uk are you? or america? other wise im sure youd have both done your own thing by now.
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Go to your counties Family services center....or call United Way information and referal.\n\nI also live in Ohio and those places have answered a lot of my questions.
18043
I do not know the laws in PA, but here in FL, if you have joint custody, you have to tell the ex where you will be and IF the ex decided he/she does not want you to take the child he/she can take you to court. At that point you can tell the judge why you want to move. As long as it is a valid reason, then he/she SHOULD grant permission. The most valid reason is work related. As for child support, you should NEVER "give it up" as it is not YOURS to give up. That money is for your 15.5 year old. Hope this helps.
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My guess is that Michigan law is the same as most other states. When you are 18 you are by law a adult. There fore you have a right to put him or her out just as you have a right to tell any one visting your home to leave.
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18 is the age of majority for Oklahoma unless the person is considered emancipated by pregnancy or marriage.  I'd encourage your daughter to reconsider this fiance.  If his parents can't even stand him, he might not be stable enough to be a good husband.
538369
Usually kids that age will tell you (and everyone else) exactly what they want.  If you don't know ask a parent or someone who spends time with the child, or if the child is really young you can ask them yourself, and it will still be OK.  Then just use your discretion and make sure what they want is appropriate, in your price range, etc.
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First of all, and unfortunately or fortunately for you, because your child is 12 they can decide where they want to live. At least in the state of Washington they can. It may be different where you live. Unless there are circumstances where there is abuse or neglect, though, you may have a hard time depending on where you are and what the laws are.\nThe first thing I would do is to contact your local Department of Social & Health Services and speak with someone there about what your rights are and can be done or not done for you based on your income. It's quite possible that if your income is lower they could provide you with financial help. However, you should be aware that if you're in need of financial help and your ex-husband is not, it's going to make your situation harder as he can financially support her and you can't. \nCall those people though, it's a start and if nothing else they can lead you in the right direction.\nGood Luck!
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It probably depends on what state you in to some degree.  Hopefully, the father will be understanding and let the boy decide where he wants to live.  (In less than a year, he can move out - legally - anyway.)  And, if it ends up in court, the judge will surely listen to the boy's opinion - though may not rule that way.\n\nThe legal age of a "minor" is less that 18 years, in most states.\n\nIt seems to avoid a battle, it should be discussed with the father before the boy visits you with the intent to stay.  He has less than a year to live with his dad if he decides to leave at 18, legally -- could be worse (could be younger).\n\n\nPerhaps, you could call your local state attorney's office and ask.  They should be able to give you quick, free advice.
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Do you have a job and means to support yourself?\nEither way, I don't believe that Ohio has an emancipation law. Thus, neither a minor nor the minor's parent is able to file a petition for emancipation.  From what I have read, a minor can achieve independence from a parent in two ways in the State of Ohio:  (1) Lawful marriage; or (2)Successful enlistment in any branch of the Armed Forces.\nHowever, in the event of divorce or annulment, or discharge from the Armed Forces before the age of 18, custody of the minor will automatically revert to the parent who previously had custody over the minor.\nYou cannot just become emancipated because you don't like your parents or the place that your family moved to.  Can't you find a way to make the best of things for 15 more months?  Being on your own is not what you think it will be~you might want to think about any decision seriously.  If you are only wanting to emancipate yourself because of where you live~well, it sounds you like you are still very young.
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Friend - That depends on your age and state laws, but yes, its not unlikely they can legally enforce it if you are under 18.  And just a suggestion...I would go along with it no matter what the situation was cause they are the ones in control at the time and place.  GBU
209019
Register with the Putative Father Registry in Ohio.  The form link is below.  I would also google "putative \nfather registry" to get more info as needed...   good luck!
650804
is the fifteen year old the mother of the baby and wanting child support for her baby ?\n\nor is the 15 year old the child wanting child support for herself from her father.\n\nNormally unless the child meets the requirement within a specific state or nation for emancipation then they can not.\nThey would either have to have a parent or guardian give permission or petition the court to appoint a guardian for this action.
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Get a lawyer. I believe a chid can decide which parent he/she wants to live with at the age of 13. Call an attorney and get a free consultation. Don't let this child live in an abusive household.
581509
I don't know the specific laws in Illinois, you need to contact an attorney for that, but in most states both parents have to sign away their rights to the minor child.  You don't state whether your mother is living or not.  So we will assume she is not for the sake of the discussion.  You would need to go before a judge requesting to be made the guardian of the child.  The court will look at all the circumstances and determine if you are suitable to be the guardian.  If found to be acceptable you will be awarded custody and guardianship papers with all rights and responsibilities as if you were the natural parent.  Again I would advise you to contact an attorney regarding the specifics you would need to perform to obtain guardianship of your brother.
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Generally, a minor cannot legally live on her own without her parents' permission.  In rare cases a minor may be emancipated by a family court judge.  This is usually only done for persons in their late teens (16-17) who have completed school and are financially indpendent.  The intention is to allow teenagers who are capable of living indpendently the ability to make their own legal and medical decisions, and protect them financially.  It must also be demonstrated that it is not in the best interest of the minor to remain a dependent of her parents until she is 18.  An emancipated minor is for the most part legally treated as an adult, and would be free to move out of state without her parents consent.
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Yes, he can get in trouble. Depending on the Age of Consent in your state, which I believe it is 18, and with him being 25, you are a minor. You would need to Emancipate yourself to move out. Not sure what you would need to do, but if it is something like abuse, you need to talk to a school councilor. \nIf it is because your Mother will not let you see this guy, then I am afraid there might not be much you can do...