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Can a 16-year-old living with grandparents who have not been appointed legal guardians be emancipated without the grandparents' permisson?
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∙ 17y ago
It depends on the state. Many do not have an emancipated status. And if they do, the 16-year-old must show that they can support themselves.
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What is the collective noun for grandparents?
The collective noun for grandparents are a nag of grandparents and a wisdom of grandparents.
How can you get the grandparent's custodial rights when the grandparent wants to give them to you?
No one can gain custody prior to birth. An unmarried mother has sole custody of her child until the father establishes his paternity in court. Grandparents cannot take the child. The parents have to consent to a guardianship, or, their rights have to be taken from them by the court if they are determined to be unfit.
Can a grandchild state she wants to live with grandparents?
Yes, if the child has not yet reached the age of majority in the state or country where he/she resides. Otherwise, a custody modification may only be done with the approval of the court and/or with permission of the parent(s) or guardian with physical and legal custody. In the United States, age of majority varies by state. In most states, it is 18 but can be 19 or even as high as 21.
Are you considered emancipated if you are 15 and pregnant and your grandparents have custody?
Emancipation is a legal process where a minor becomes independent of their parents or guardians. Being pregnant does not automatically grant emancipation. In most cases, a minor must petition the court for emancipation, and being in the custody of grandparents does not automatically make a minor emancipated.
Can a 17 year old leave home after graduation without parents permission?
If the minor (key fact) in question is not emancipated and his/her parents are his/her legal guardians, then no. If the minor (key fact) in question is not emancipated and his/her parents are his/her legal guardians, then no.
What defines the legal term co guardians in wi?
A legal guardian is a person who has the legalauthority and duty to care for the personal and property interests of another person, called a ward. In the case of co-guardians, the court would appoint two individuals as guardians. Co-guardians have equal authority and should be two people who share a common interest in the ward and can work together in the best interest of the ward. For example, grandparents of a child could be appointed co-guardians.
If a child is court ordered to be with grandparents can she leave at sixteen?
No, she is not an adult at 16. The court has declared the grandparents are the legal guardians. They determine where she lives and when she can move out.
What do you do when mother abandons child with grandparents?
The grandparents, unfortunately, have to bear that burden & will probably have to become the baby's legal guardians & raise the child themselves.
Could you get married when you are 16?
Yes you can get married at the age of 16 if you are emancipated or with a parent or guardians permission.
Does a grandparent have a legal right to custody of grandchildren in the stat of Indiana?
No. They have no automatic "right" to custody. However, if the parents are deemed to be unfit the grandparents can petitionto be appointed the legal guardians. The court will review the situation and render a decision based on the best interest of the child.
Can there be co guardians for a minor child?
Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.Yes, for example: grandparents or an aunt and uncle or two aunts.
What rights does a grandmother with temporary custody have?
That is a state to state issue. Grandparents are being allowed to go into court these days and get rights though. I added a couple links for you to visit for more information. Hope this helps.
