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Am I still a minor at 17 in Ohio?

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I am 17 years old, graduated from high school and hold a full time job. Am I considered a minor in the state of Ohio?

  • Category: Criminal
  • Subcategory: Minors
  • Date:
  • State: Ohio

Answer:

In Ohio, the age of majority is 18. This means that once you turn 18, you are no longer considered a minor.

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.

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In Ohio, a 17-year-old can work until 11 p.m. on school nights and until 1 a.m. on non-school nights. However, they cannot work more than 8 hours on any day or more than 40 hours in a week when school is in session. These regulations ensure that work does not interfere with educational commitments.

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