Can a 17 year old can legally live somewhere else without there parents’ permission?
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Can a 17 year old can legally live somewhere else without there parents’ permission?
I’ve lived with my grandma here for almost a year now. She doesn’t have a problem with me moving out of state to live with my aunt because I would be better off there. However, my mom who also lives in this state (legal guardian, dad’s not in the picture) wont give me permission to move even though I haven’t lived with her since I’ve been staying with my grandma. I just recently turned 17 and what I want to know is if its legal for me to leave without my mom’s permission? If it’s not legal and she does call the cops, would they even bother to bring me back?
Asked on November 7, 2012 under Family Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I know that it may be very difficult a situation with you but if your Mother objects then yes, she can stop you. And yes, if you are reported as a runaway then the police could indeed bring you back should they choose. I would also be worried for your Aunt and her involvement. Perhaps she could file for temporary custody should the circumstances allow it. You could also try emancipation but that is a difficult road at times, although not impossible. Good luck.
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