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Can I file a case against my mom and ask for child support?

Can I file a case against my mom and ask for child support?

Q: Can I legally kick my mom out of my house?

If you own the house and your mother does not have a legal right to stay there, you may have the authority to ask her to leave. However, if you are a minor or if she has established residency, the situation may be more complicated. It's advisable to consult with a legal professional to understand your rights and obligations.

Q: Can my parents force me out of the house?

Yes, parents can generally require their children to leave their home, especially if the child is an adult. However, if you are a minor, parents have a legal duty to provide for you, including housing. If you are being forced out and are a minor, you may want to seek help from a legal aid organization.

Q: What to do if your mum kicks you out?

If your mother has kicked you out, first try to find a safe place to stay, such as with friends or relatives. If you are a minor, you may contact local child protective services or a legal aid organization for assistance. They can help you understand your rights and options for support.

Q: Are your parents allowed to kick you out?

Parents generally have the right to ask their children to leave their home, especially if the child is an adult. However, if you are a minor, parents are legally required to provide support and housing. If you feel your rights are being violated, consider seeking legal advice.

Full question:

I’m a resident of Maine. My mom’s boyfriend kicked me out of my mom's house and now I have nowhere to go. I don’t even have money to have food. Can I file a case against my mom and ask for child support?

Category: Minors
Subcategory: Child Support
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Maine

Answer:

Yes, you can file a case against your mom and ask for child support if you’re still a minor. In Maine, a parent has a duty to support his/her minor child with food, shelter, clothing and other necessary care. In case a parent fails to provide to food, shelter, clothing and other necessary care to his / her child then such a parent will be guilty of criminal non-support and may have to face imprisonment up to 6 months and/or pay 1000 dollars as fine.

17-A M.R.S. § 552 says:

“Nonsupport of dependents

1. A person is guilty of nonsupport of dependents if he knowingly fails to provide support which he is able by means of property or capacity for labor to provide and which he knows he is legally obliged to provide to a spouse, child or other person declared by law to be his dependent.
2. As used in this section, "support" includes but is not limited to food, shelter, clothing and other necessary care.
2-A. Prosecution may be brought in any venue where either the dependent or the defendant resides.
Nonsupport of dependents is a Class E crime.”

17-A M.R.S. § 1252 states:

“E. In the case of a Class E crime, the court shall set a definite period not to exceed 6 months.”

17-A M.R.S. § 1301 states the fine that one has to give for class E crime. As stated above child non-support is a class E crime.

“E. $ 1,000 for a Class E crime”

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

Can your mom kick you out of the house?

In general, parents have the authority to set rules and boundaries in their home, which can include asking their children to leave. However, if you are a minor, your parents have a legal obligation to provide you with support and a place to live. If you feel you have been wrongfully kicked out, you may want to seek legal advice or assistance from local resources.