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Are parents legally responsible for children who are above the age of 18 in Georgia?
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∙ 14y ago
No, they are no longer legally responsible for a child that reaches the age of 18. Once a child reaches the age of majority, they are on their own. There may be a court order that establishes some additional responsibilities for child support and college costs.
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∙ 11y agoThey are adult and make their own decisions but they also live in your house so you can ask them to move out if you want. You no longer have obligations to provide for them.
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∙ 15y ago{| |- | No they are no longer responsible. Once they reach the age of 18, there is no legal responsibility. They do not have to provide support or co-sign contracts for them. |}
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How long a parent can legally ground a child for?
Parents are responsible until the age of majority, which is 18, although in some states the child can choose to leave home at 17 and cannot be forced to return (a loophole created by state law allowing a child to go to jail at 17). Ina strange twist, in those states (like Georgia) should the child leave at 17, the parents are legally responsible for some of their actions until 18.
Are parents legally responsible for a 17 year old that moves out in Missouri?
Yes.
What happens legally if children misbehave?
Depends what you mean by misbehaving, of course. * Consequences for normal misbehavior (disrespect, disobediance, etc.) is the responsibility of the parents. Consequences for illegal misbehavior depend upon the circumstances and the nature of the offense. Generally parents are held legally responsible for injury done to another person or property damage caused by their minor children.
Are parents still legally responsible in any way for an 18 year old child in the state of Florida?
As long as the child is under the age of 18, the parents can be held liable. In some cases the parents can be relieved of the responsibility if there are indications that they have been trying to get them help.
Who is responsible for increasing crime in children?
violent carton,teacher,parents
Are parents legally responsible for children aged sixteen?
Yes.
What age are your parents legally responsible for you in Indiana?
Parents in Indiana are legally responsible for their children until they reach the age of 18.
Are parents legally responsible for children age 18 or above in Alabama?
No they are not.
Are prents legally responsible for children who are below the age of 18 in New york?
Legally responsible in what context? Parents are responsible for providing their children with food, shelter and adequate supervision. However, if the minor gets into legal trouble, the parents aren't necessarily vicariously responsible.
What do you do to owe your parents?
Children are not legally responsible for their parents, so I can't imagine how you would owe money to them.
Are parents legally responsible for children who are above the age of 18 in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, parents are generally not legally responsible for their children who are over the age of 18. Once a child reaches the age of majority, they are considered adults and are responsible for their own actions and decisions.
Are parents legally responsible for teens using drugs?
If parents are aware that their teenage children are using illegal drugs and they allow this to happen, then they do have some legal responsibility. If it is happening without their knowledge, then they are not legally responsible.
In Georgia if a child moves out at the age of seventeen is the parent still legally responsible for that child?
In Georgia, parents are legally responsible for their child until they reach the age of 18, regardless of whether the child moves out of the home before turning 18. This means that parents are still responsible for providing financial support, supervision, and guidance to their child until they reach the age of majority.
Can a landlord in Augusta Georgia evict a tenant with children?
Sure! Remember, parents or guardians are responsible for their children, not landlords!
What if my boyfriend is illegal he gets 1 300 dollars a month can i get medicaid?
Because you're not married, he isn't legally responsible for you. Of course, he is legally responsible for any children for whom you and he are the parents.
Do I have to pay your parents nursing home?
Whether it's your parents or mine, you won't have to pay (other than through taxes) - children are not legally responsible for their parents.
Are parents legally responsible for children who are above age 18 in Maryland?
In Maryland, parents are generally not legally responsible for their children once they turn 18. At this age, individuals are considered legal adults and are responsible for themselves. However, parents may still have responsibilities if they have a legal agreement in place that extends their parental obligations beyond the age of 18.
