Full question:
I am 17 years old and I have a child. My father kicked me out, does this mean I am emancipated and legally allowed to make my own decisions?
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Emancipation of Minor
- Date:
- State: Kentucky
Answer:
Emancipation is the legal process that allows a minor to gain independence from their parents. In Kentucky, a minor can become emancipated through several means:
- Marriage: A minor can marry with parental consent or a court order, which grants them legal adult status.
- Self-support: If a minor moves out and becomes self-supporting, they may be considered emancipated, especially if the parent does not attempt to bring them back home.
- Court order: A minor can petition the court for emancipation, which may be granted.
Generally, the age of majority in Kentucky is eighteen (Fla. Stat. § 1.040).
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