what is the law in georgia if you move out of you parents house at 17?
449516
The law most likely says that you cannot. Often times, you must be 18 or older to find a place to live or have utilities. Then most places have a credit check...odds are that you have none.
426855
That means that the child is basically "divorcing" their parents.  They will be deemed as adults through the law.  Example: A 16 year old who becomes emancipated is legally considered a adult.  That child is able to make there own decisions and will no longer re lie on the parents for financial support, "Emancipation ends the parents' rights to control his or her minor child or to participate in any decision-making about the child. If a child is emancipated, the parents no longer have the right to determine where the child lives or goes to school, or how the child's money is spent. The parent also has no right to the Minor's wages or earnings." (http://www.clcm.org/minors_rights.htm).\nGood Luck
48736
Missouri statute defines an adult as a person 17 years of age or older. So there, you can move out of your parents' house now.
945998
If everything is in order between you and your mother, I see no reason why you couldn't venture off on your own!  Check the local laws and statues in your town.  Usually 18 is the adult age, but there are exceptions to the laws in some areas.  If you go live with a relative and you are "underage", then a guardianship contract would have to be amended by both partys, your parents and your live-in relatives or adult-head of house.  But I really don't think they will make a big thing out of just being one year away from adulthood for you, or anyone else, anywhere!  I say, just pack your bags, and with your mom's blessing, go off and find your destiny my child!  Have fun and stay out of trouble, ok?  LOL
1130538
It probably depends on what state you in to some degree.  Hopefully, the father will be understanding and let the boy decide where he wants to live.  (In less than a year, he can move out - legally - anyway.)  And, if it ends up in court, the judge will surely listen to the boy's opinion - though may not rule that way.\n\nThe legal age of a "minor" is less that 18 years, in most states.\n\nIt seems to avoid a battle, it should be discussed with the father before the boy visits you with the intent to stay.  He has less than a year to live with his dad if he decides to leave at 18, legally -- could be worse (could be younger).\n\n\nPerhaps, you could call your local state attorney's office and ask.  They should be able to give you quick, free advice.
1029345
i am not real sure but here in Ga you have to be at least 16
93576
I don't know of any state with laws that allow drop-outs until the age of 16.  Many states, even then, demand that parents have to sign the documents, too.  In the state of Indiana, a youth under the age of 16 cannot 'move in' with anyone else unless legally emancipated!  And, from the spelling of your question, it seems you would be doing yourself a favor to stay with a family where you CAN continue to go to school.  There are no employers out there where you can make any kind of basic salary who will hire someone without proof of schooling.
141753
You're an adult at 18 in any state in the union.  You can sue for emancipation before that, but you'll need a lawyer.
378602
No i don't think you can. Legally your parents still have control of you until you are 18. But, then again some states may allow you to move out at 16. Check out your state's government website.
812865
No.  I wasn't allowed to stay home alone overnight until I was 17.  At ALMOST 15, she could be charged with negligence if anything happened to you.
321252
I think when you turn 18 you should be outta there. Unless your going to college. Then it's ok to stay for the first few years while your going to school. But if your 25 or older, and still live with your parents: that's too long. Seen the movie, "Failure to Launch?"
173459
once your child is 16 you're no longer responsible for their actions. it depends on the situation, however, because if they child decides to move out on their own then they're allowed and you're no longer responsible. at the same time, however, if you're refusing to take care of your child when they need it, you're to blame.\n\nit more so depends on the situation, really. if it's something you can't control, then you're not responsible.
146588
Not if you still live with your parents otherwise you have to wait until uou move out.
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.
45954
It would mostly depend on if one's parents pusued the matter.  However, there are certain shelters which cater to teens who for one reason or another, are no longer living at home.  The age of consent is usually a guideline used by most states for seeing an individual as competent enough to make their own decisions.  The reality of the situation is that most landlords in Maine will not rent to anyone under the age of 18 without parental consent and some form of financial agreement.
250058
To me it means: Go live with your Dad. I don't know what the laws are where you live or how old you have to be to be able to say you want to live with your Dad,you might want to call a Lawyer and find out what you can do legaly so that you and your brother can get out of there. DSS usualy won't do anything without proof of abuse. I wish you the best of luck!
696410
That all depends on what state you are in.  In Texas at 17, your parents can no longer tell you where to live.  Talk to a lawyer in your state to learn exactly what you would have to do.