Once custody has been determined by a court it would take another court order to change that arrangement. The court may listen to a child's request to change custody but it is under no obligation to modify the custody order at the child's request. The court would be looking for an appropriate reason to order a change in custody such as the custodial parent being unfit and the change being in the best interest of the child.
A child is free to decide which parent to live with in every state once they have reached eighteen years of age.
When they are 18.
In West Virginia, a child can decide which parent they want to live with when they are 18.
When they are 18.
When they are 18.
Age 18see links
When they are 18.
As long as you are a minor you can not decide legally where to live.
see links below
In Michigan, there is no specific age at which a child can choose which parent to live with. However, the court may consider the child's preferences if they are deemed old enough and mature enough to make a reasonable decision. Ultimately, the court will make custody decisions based on the child's best interests.
In South Dakota, a child's preference may be considered by a judge in custody matters, but it is not the sole factor. The judge will consider the child's best interests, which include factors such as the child's relationship with each parent, each parent's ability to care for the child, and the child's safety and well-being. Ultimately, the court will make a decision based on what it deems to be in the child's best interests.
age 18 see links
age 18 see link below