Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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Only Indiana and Texas has laws setting out a specific age at which a child can make a choice the court is requiredto abide by, and even than there are some limitations. With those states, it is age 14. In all other states, the general rule of thumb is that a 12 year old can express and opinion, however the judge is under not legal obligation to consider, or even hear it. In either case, a motion to the court must be filed for a determination to be made. However, the child should be informed that there are alternatives to choosing to live with just one parent. The child should also be advised they can express a choice that they remain in one home and each parent can live with them for a designated period of time, than switch. This is called Bird Nest Custody.
Check link below for more info.It isn't decided by a child, that is why you go to court, and handle it officially. A judge will chose.
Age 18 as in all except two states in the US, and even with them there are significant limitations.
He has to be 18. Minors are not allowed to decide.
Age 18
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15. The child has to be 15
In West Virginia, a child can decide which parent they want to live with when they are 18.
No, a child can not decide this until they are 18.
They have to be 18.
When they are 18.
He has to be 18.
When they are 18.
No. The court will decide.
You have to be 18.
When they are 18.
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As long as you are a minor you can not decide legally where to live.
A child cannot decide which parent to live with in the state of South Dakota because they are considered a minor. Only a person over 18 years of age can choose the parent they will stay with.