Can a 17 year old leave home legally
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Can a 17 year old leave home legally
I just want a final answer, yes or no
Asked on April 27, 2017 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
The age of adulthood, that is the "age of majority", in MI is 18. Until then you are legally under your parents' control. In order to move out you would need their permission. If you leave without your parents' consent, they can then contact the police and have report you as a runaway, in which case the police will track you down and return you home.
That having been said, there is an exception if the minor becomes "emancipated". Emancipation is a legal process whereby a judge decides that you are old enough and mature enough to handle your own personal/financial matters and allows you to live on your own. An emancipation proceeding is begun by filing a petition in the district court of the county where you live. Here is a link to a site that will provide more information: http://michiganlegalhelp.org/self-help-tools/family/emancipation-becoming-adult-age-18
You will need to show that you have a job and can support yourself, that you have a place to live, and other requirements.
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