no of course not -.-
I don't think you can. :(
Assuming they're absent from home without their parents' permission, absolutely they're considered a runaway.
The parents can request the police to return the runaway to their home.
Until they reach the age of majority, the parents are still responsible for the child. They get to determine where they can live and can report them as a runaway.
Yes, he could have charges brought against him. Until you are an adult, your parents are responsible for you.
The cop is wrong. A 17 year old can be reported as a runaway and the parents are still responsible for them in Michigan. While police would rather not get involved, the parents are within their rights to request and receive assistance.
The police will bring you back home and your parents will not trust you for the longest time. Running away from your problems is not the way to deal with it. Everyone who helps you risk being charged with aiding a runaway which means prison.
Yes they can. But only if the parent is not being responsible.
Of course it is!
The age of majority, which is 18 in North Carolina. Until then the parents are responsible.
In California, a minor (under 18) who leaves home without parental consent may be considered a runaway. Parents can file a runaway report with law enforcement, who will try to locate the minor and return them home. Parents are legally responsible for their minor children and can face consequences if they fail to provide care and support.
The child does not have the right on Missouri. At this point the child is considered a runaway, so you file charges.