Can a minor male live withhis 18 year old sister without theirparent’s permission?
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Can a minor male live withhis 18 year old sister without theirparent’s permission?
Asked on September 13, 2011 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Only is the adult sibling has custody of the minor child. It really has nothing at all to do with the sexes of the siblings but rather with the legality of the adult sibling caring for the minor sibling. If the parents do not consent to guardianship - because the adult sibling would need to make decisions affecting the minor child such as school, health decisions, etc. - then they can force the minor child home. It sounds as if you and your sibling are very close and that there may be a situation that warrants them living together. You should speak with someone that you trust about helping you. And there are legal clinics as well. Good luck.
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