can a parent of a child force them to be emancepated in the state of Missouri under the age of 18?
142111
They can give up parental rights.
312312
Whichever state you are in, age does not matter. If you want to move out on your own before age 18, you must go through an emancipation program and successfully complete the requirements etc. But if you do leave and you're a minor, when the police get a report that you've left without your parent's permission, you will be reported as a runaway and will possibly be sent to a juvenile detention center.
610033
It's called the age of majority. No, it is not legal in all 50 states. Infact, pertaining to firearms and liquor, it is ONLY a possibility in Louisiana. Now, as for emancipation (where a minor becomes independent of his/her parents), that is possible in ALL 50 states. They still may not purchase controlled substances OR vote until they are of the age mandated by the state. However, they are legally responsible for all of their own actions, financial commitments, etc.
145570
at the age your parent feel is appropriate, or 18 cause until then it's not up to you anyway
673729
If you mean "allowed", I would say "NO".  Don't do it.  Note the date, time, witnesses, then report it to the police, the principal, and your parents.
489296
Sorry, you can not force a child to see you by the age of 16.  If you take it to court, the judge will surely ask the child what reason they have for not seeing you, but the best they can do is order family counseling.  And I don't think it can be enforced in all states.\nTalk to your son.  Ask him why he doesn't want to make time for you.  It really is not that unusual for a kid that age to ignore their parents and it is certainly easy if the parent does not live with the child.
230140
Well, there's a legal answer and a real answer.\n\nThe legal answer is that until a child is 18, the courts have jurisdiction to determine custody and visitation.  The courts can simply mandate that the child live with the mother and the child has no say.\n\nThe real answer is that there is almost no way to make a 17 year-old stay anywhere he doesn't want to.  I mean, he'll just run away.  So courts give great deference to the wishes of a child of that age.\n\nThere still may be times when the child's wishes will be disregarded.  If the child wants to live with a parent who is known to be an alcoholic or drug addict or dangerous criminal, the other parent could get an Order of Protection in favor of the child.  It would actually be a crime punishable by jail time for the drunk parent to take the child in.\n\nBut it's very rare that a 17 year-old will want to return to such a patently unsafe situation.\n\nConsult a family law attorney for more specific advice.
424872
I know at age 13 they have the right to decide which parent they want to live with.  I'm not sure if they have the right to refuse visitation with the other parent though.
525482
In no state does an underage child have the right to decide which parent he wants to live with.  Most states by law or by practice have a rule of thumb as to when a child will be listened to.  Some states will allow the judge to listen to a child as young as 6 or so, other states don't have the child address the judge until 15 or 16.\nThe judge may then give the child's preference such weight as the judge feels it deserves, based on the judge's evaluation of the maturity of the child, the reasoning and reasons given by the child, and all the other facts in the case.\nRegardless of the wishes of the child or the child's age, in every state the ultimate decision is made by the judge.
818038
Technically, no, a parent can’t legally kick their child out at 17.  The child is a minor until the day they turn 18 and according to the Texas Family Code, a parent has “the duty to support the child, including providing the child with clothing, food, shelter, medical and dental care, and education” (along with many other duties and rights) provided that the child is not emancipated in some manner such as marriage or court decree.\n\nWith that said, I’ve known a lot of 17-year-olds that needed to be kicked out and have a dose of reality.  While the parents can’t legally kick them out, they can make their life at home very unpleasant by taking away every extra they have, grounding them, etc.  And the police can’t actually FORCE the parents to take the child back in.  They can, however, put the child in the custody of the state.  \n\nIf you’re worried about your nephew, send him money for a bus ticket to come to your house.
747375
I'm not a lawyer, so don't take this as the final word.  If the court has ordered a parenting plan and someone else interferes, I would think they could be issued a restraining order, or at least an official warning that they are interfering with a matter that the court has already decided.  Otherwise you might have rights by arguing that they are interfering with parental authority in the case of a minor child.
1175697
Early emancipation usually occurs by court order. To obtain a court order:\n1. The minor must be at least 16 years old.\n2. A petition must be filed by the minor’s parent, guardian or guardian ad litem.\n3. The petition must show the judge that the minor is independent and able to support himself and his child, if he is parenting.\n􀂾 He must either be supporting himself or have a specific plan.\n􀂾 He can not be dependent on public benefits.\n4. The petition must give the Judge reasons why the minor needs to be emancipated.\n\nYou are also emancipated when you marry. However:\n􀂾 A minor can not get married without parental consent.\n􀂾 A minor under 16 years old can not get married even with parental consent.\n􀂾 A court can allow marriage with parental consent if you’re under 16 years old but have (or are expecting) a child together.\n􀂾 A court can allow marriage with parental consent if the male is over 18 and the minor female is pregnant.\n\nHope this helps!
40503
depends on the situation. I know kids who have emancipated themselves from their parents at the age of 17. As long as you have someone to stay with cps ought to be able to get off of your back. FYI: I'm a Texan too, proud and true!
697880
17 with a parents consent
524812
They can contact the general jurisdiction court of your county.  File the proper paperwork that is provided by the court and a hearing before a judge.  If the judge feels it is the best interest of the minor, they will be emancipated.
1535
Your best bet is to talk it over with your parents and your sister to see if you can come to an agreement.  Legally, you can get a lawyer and pursue the status of an emancipated minor, but that takes money and time.  Odds are at 17 you haven't got the money, and by the time it was over you'd be 18 and free anyway.  \n\nNow, if there is actual abuse going on, get in touch with a local child abuse advocacy group or file a complaint with local law enforcement.
129894
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.