Full question:
I am an 18 year old high school student. I am living with my parents in the state of Ohio. I don’t have a good relationship with my parents. Last year due to some health issues I had to leave school. This year, once my health became better I joined my high school back. I know I have completed the age of majority, but I still want to get financial support from my parents until I complete my schooling and get a job. Do I have a right to ask financial support from my parents past the age of majority?
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Child Support
- Date:
- State: Ohio
Answer:
In Ohio, parents are required to support their child beyond the age of majority (18 years) if the child is continuously attending a recognized and accredited high school full-time. According to Ohio Revised Code Ann. § 3103.031, the duty of parental support continues as long as the child remains enrolled full-time in school, even during seasonal breaks.
Therefore, as long as you are attending high school full-time, you can request financial support from your parents after reaching the age of majority.
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