This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Consult the specific laws for the state and county in which you reside for the rules that apply. In most states, any 18 year old is considered an adult and is capable of deciding when and where they reside. They have the ability to contract for housing. SOME states allow minors to become emancipated under specific circumstances, but this is not just a matter of filling out some paperwork. A minor is the responsibility of their parents until such time as they reach the age of majority or are legally emancipated. The parents are required to provide for the support of their minor children. If the parents give permission, the minor can live in another location. Such permission does not relieve the parents of the responsibility to provide support. If the parents do not give permission, the minor can be considered a runaway. Charges may apply to individuals that aid and abet such runaways, particularly if they are under the age of consent. In some states it is my understanding that this is not enforced for 17 year olds that leave home. If you are subject to abuse, you should contact social services for your area. They will assist you in getting out of the bad environment and into a safe place.
You can be tried as an adult when 17 but reach majority when 18.
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Yes, a flying squirrel is legal to have as a pet in Rhode Island.
Same-sex marriage will be legal in Rhode Island on August 1, 2013.
Yes, evergreen contracts are legal in Rhode Island. These contracts automatically renew unless either party provides notice to terminate. Rhode Island law allows for such contracts as long as there are certain safeguards in place to protect consumers from unfair practices.
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The legal age to get a tattoo in Rhode Island is 18, regardless of parental consent. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to get a tattoo, even with parental permission.
You must be the age of majority in Rhode Island. That is the age of 18.
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Civil unions are legal in Rhode Island beginning July 1, 2011.
In the state of Rhode Island it is legal to marry a first cousin. 20 states allow first cousin marriages.