No, a sixteen years old cannot arbitrarily move from the family home unless there are extentuating circumstances, such as abuse or neglect. If this is the case the minor child should contact Department of Family Services in their area. If the minor child believes they are in physical danger they should call the local police or 911 for immediate assistance. An excellent website for discussions and for assistance regardless of the problem, is www.teenlineonline.org.
No, the parents are legally and financially responsible for the minor until the intervention of state social services or the court of jurisdiction rules otherwise. If the parent do not wish to involve a state agency on behalf of the minor, they must follow the proper legal procedure to place the minor child in a suitable environment, this includes living facility, food, clothing, medical care, educational expenses and so forth. Parent(s) CANNOT arbitrarily force a minor child to leave the family home w/o being subject to criminal charges. Each individual's situation differs and must be addressed in a manner that will resolve the issue as equitably as possible. If the minor wishes assistance on his/her own behalf they may contact the Department of Family Services or Child Protective Services in their county of residence. National Youth Crisis Hotline 1-800-448-4463, National Youth Emergency Services (Toll-free) 1-800-899-5437. A web site staffed by teens to aid teens in various situations is http://www,teenlineonline.org, confidentiality is respected and adhered to. Please be advised telephone and internet usage is subject to being monitored. p Therefore it would be advisable to use caution and safety measures to insure privacy.
Yes, though it depends on what province you live in.
Legally, no. You can't legally move out until you are 18 years old.
Laws regarding leaving a 16-year-old child at home vary by jurisdiction. In some places, there may be specific guidelines about the minimum age at which a child can be left unattended, while others may leave it to the discretion of the parent or guardian to determine if the child is mature enough to stay home alone. It is important to familiarize yourself with the laws in your specific area to ensure compliance.
yes
In Missouri, a 16-year-old can legally leave home with parental consent, seek emancipation through the court system, or in cases of abuse or neglect, seek assistance from child protective services. It's important to understand the legal implications and seek guidance from a trusted adult or legal professional before taking any actions.
A 16-year-old cannot leave home unless they have parental permission (and they're moving to a safe and appropriate environment) or they
No.
No you can not.
You have to first be emancipated by law.
In Florida, a minor who is 16 years old cannot legally leave home without parental consent. The legal age of emancipation in Florida is 18, unless the minor is legally emancipated by a court order.
With his parents' permission he can live anywhere.
They need your permission
In most places, a 16-year-old is considered a minor and would typically need parental permission to leave home. However, local laws can vary, so it is important to check the specific laws in your area. It's also important to consider the minor's safety and well-being when making decisions about leaving home.
In Ontario, yes a 16 yr old can move out on their own.