Can a 17 year old leave home to be with friends?

Full question:

Can a 17 year old leave their home to be with friends when they please, as long as they come home at a decent hour?

  • Category: Minors
  • Date:
  • State: Texas

Answer:

This decision is ultimately up to the parents or guardians of the minor. Until the minor turns eighteen and becomes a legal adult, parents have the authority to set rules regarding their child's movements and activities.

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FAQs

At 17, you are still considered a minor in most states, which means you generally need your parents' consent to leave home. Parents have the legal authority to set rules about their child's whereabouts and activities until they turn 18. If you leave without permission, it could lead to consequences at home or even legal issues.