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Can a child move out at 17 or do they need to be emancipated?

Can a child move out at 17 or do they need to be emancipated?

Q: Can my parents make me come home if I'm 17?

Yes, if you are 17 and not legally emancipated, your parents can require you to return home. They retain legal authority over you until you reach the age of majority or are emancipated.

Q: What to do if your 17-year-old leaves home?

If your 17-year-old leaves home, you may want to communicate with them to understand their reasons. If they are not emancipated, you can encourage their return, as you still have legal authority over them.

Q: What happens if a 17-year-old leaves home?

If a 17-year-old leaves home without emancipation, they may still be considered a minor. Parents may have legal obligations to provide for them, and the minor may face challenges in securing housing or financial support.

Q: Can your parents legally stop you from moving out at 17?

Yes, parents can legally prevent a 17-year-old from moving out if the minor is not emancipated. Parents have the right to enforce their authority until the minor reaches the age of majority or is legally emancipated.

Full question:

Can a child at 17 move out of their parents house (if it is okay with the parents) or does it have to be by emancipation? And if emancipation, does that nullify any insurance or inheritance that the child my have?

Category: Minors
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Louisiana

Answer:

A parent may be liable for harm to or caused by a minor who moves out before becoming emancipated. Emancipation doesn't automatically disqualify a person as a beneficiary, but the terms of the relevant document will be controlling.

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FAQs

Can you move out at 17?

Yes, a 17-year-old can move out if their parents consent. However, until they are legally emancipated, the parents may still hold some responsibility for the minor's actions or well-being.