Can my parents keep me from leaving the house if I am already 19?

Full question:

Can my parents keep me from leaving the house if i'm already 19 and I do not want to be with them anymore?

  • Category: Minors
  • Date:
  • State: Arizona

Answer:

Please see the information at the following links:


http://lawdigest.uslegal.com/minors/age-of-majority/7030/

http://lawdigest.uslegal.com/minors/emancipation-of-minor/6434/

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FAQs

Yes, at 19, you are legally considered an adult in most states. This means you have the right to leave your parents' house and make your own decisions regarding where you live. However, if you are still living under their roof, they may enforce certain house rules.