If I am 18 and live in a state where the age to move out is 19 but I go to anothe stae where the law is 18, can I stay there?

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If I am 18 and live in a state where the age to move out is 19 but I go to anothe stae where the law is 18, can I stay there?

Are my parents allowed to come get me since I am in a different state?

Asked on May 31, 2012 under Family Law, Alabama

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this country, the age of majority (being and adult) is 18 years of age. When you reach the age of 18, you are deemed and adult and can move where you want to move to. If that happens, there is nothing that your parents can do about the situation.

If you move to another state at age 18, you can stay there regardless of your parents' wishes.


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