is it leagal to move out when your 17 or not?
152643
I live in Michigan, it is legal. My son did this against my wishes, the court said I could not stop him, they also said I could not stop him from moving back in either. Don't make the mistake, he dropped out of school, he had no job, no car, he ended up on the streets. He is now 23 and not much better off. Stay in school and stay at home! If there are other things going on at home, you need to get ahold of Child and Family Services. Good Luck
316411
once you are 18 no-one will be able to tell you what to do, so maybe you should just live with your parents until then, after all it will beat paying the bills by yourself, also your mom may be trying to save you from making the same mistakes that she did, thats why she doesn't want you doing the same stuff that she did when she was young.
799295
Well everyone needs to move out and get a place of there own.  Now would be a good age, 18-19.  But when you move over to your friends place, you need to pay your half of everything.  Rent, phone, eletcricity, ect.  If you don't your going to add a financial burden to your friend, plus you need to buy your own food and help around the house.  It's not as fun as you think, living on your own, because now you have to get a job, and start supporting yourself.  Good luck.
603939
You definitely need to depart from that family and quick! You say that you're mature enough to make decisions, well here's a really good chance to exercise it.
280302
why are you 18 and wanting to move in with a boyfriend?\nis there something at home your running away form, talk about it dont run. I understand the idea of living wiht a Love is tempting. \nStay in school and take care of yourself first. How about this, get your education, a real job and buy and apartment for yourslef. You say you cant afford one, work so that you can and get a nice one!\nAs for the 18th b-day thing, it seems like she is really drilling the school is important thing because...IT IS! \nThe mere fact that they have grounded you is enough to let you know that you are still young ( dont wait your time out). Parents dont groudn 21 year olds ( adults). only kids. \nstay home.
974434
In my country you can live on your own when you are 16 although it is not that common, there is no problems that arise from it here and i think it is good as if you are old enough to get married and work why should you not be allowed to live on your own.
532228
MOVE OUT.  You are 21...your mom has no right telling you when to be home.
561663
it depends on the situation, my older brother was 23 before he moved out but i was only 16-17, he just found it a lot more convienient because he was still at uni and stuff but i had to get out!!! \nso yeah it depends on the person i spose. :)
696410
That all depends on what state you are in.  In Texas at 17, your parents can no longer tell you where to live.  Talk to a lawyer in your state to learn exactly what you would have to do.
285681
No,you have to be 18 or prove that you Can take care of yourself. Graduating does nothing for you besides helping you get a job to support yourself.
255115
In some states, I know in NY for sure, when you are 16 you can legally become emancipated.  No paper work involved.  As long as you have somewhere that you can go and a way to support yourself.  I would call some local agency's though to make sure.
209108
The only thing you have to consider is where you are living.  Yes, you're 18 and an adult but if you are still living under your mother's roof then you need to follow her rules.  Still, there's no reason that you can't talk to her like an adult and explain that you would like some more freedom.  The biggest part of this is how much she trusts you.  If you've given her reasons to think that you can make good decisions then you're likely to get what you're looking for.  If you've shown her you can't, she's likely as not to tell you to follow her rules.
386151
the only way is to be emancipated but you need an attorney and by the time the case is up you will probably be 18 anyway.  Unless you are being abused physically or sexually your problems probably aren't that bad.  You will be fine.
786643
if ur 16 you can sign papers yes & you dont wanna b on your own young...get a job and save but if thats no option & problems at home you may be alone at 16...but i dont advise u 2 @ all till ur completely stable in life im almost 19 & I am not!!!!!!!!!!!!!\nvery soon tho =]
1145116
Are you an only child?  \nSooooooooo you're gonna be 17 this year.  That means you only need to make it til nx year.  That also means you're gonna be very busy stashing any $$$ that you acquire.  After all, you're gonna need every penny for your independence NEXT YEAR when you turn 18!!!\nNow does that sound scarey or what?  Sooooooo then that's your goal.  You won't have any time to think about your controlling parents.  You're gonna be toooooooo busy trying to figure out how you're gonna pull this off next year!!!\nWho knows, you may even change your mind by then!  :)
158170
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.
878384
You need to relax.  I know you are having a difficult time.  You have exactly less than 3 years before you turn 18.  When you turn 18 you can go live on your own.  Adoption process is a lot of hassle and I dont think it is worth it.  Tough it out.  You can make it.  18 is not that far ahead.  Just ignore any negatives and focus on your high school and enjoy your time in high school.  18 is what you should look foward to and then move away.