If a 17-year-old gets pregnant is she considered an adult?

Answer 1

There are not laws which govern when a female can become pregnant or a mother. There are laws which would pertain to the circumstances in which the pregnancy occurred. It would be advisable for the young female to seek professional counseling and guidance before making such a decision. Birthright 1-800-550-4900, http://www.birthright.org, Planned Parenthood, 1-800-230-7526, http://www.plannedparenthood.org * No you won't get in trouble for getting pregnant at any age. And there is nothing anyone else can say to you about it, it is your body and you're of the legal age of consent so you can do anything with YOUR body and no one else can stop you. But it is very hard don't doubt that, that's for sure.

Answer 2

it says on the internet that in the state of Texas, yes you can legally move out of your parents house but it is your responisbility to pay your finicial needs. the only thing you cannot do is sign any binding contracts or buy alcohol or cigarettes until you turn the legal age. * There are many things on the internet that are incorrect. The age of majority in TX is 18. It is NOT legal to leave home prior to turning 18 unless you have been emancapited or you have parental permission.

Answer 3

There is only one US state that considers a minor who is at least 16 to be emancipated if she becomes pregnant, that state is Wisconsin.

Answer 4

Running away in Florida is not a crime.