How old do you have to be to get an emancipation in the state of Massachusetts?

Answer 1

Here's a link that provide some emancipation info for Massachusetts. http://www.clcm.org/minors_rights.htm It states (among many other things): "There is no formal procedure in Massachusetts for a child to become emancipated from his/her parents. Most judges will not grant a child emancipated status. However, a child may still file for emancipation in the Probate and Family Court of his or her county despite the lack of a formal procedure."

Answer 2

The state has no laws nor process available for early emancipation, with the exception of judicial procedure pertaining to guardianship responsibilities. The age of majority is 18, but it is not "automatic" it can be subject to approval of the court depending upon specified circumstances.

Answer 3

The state's legal age of majority is 18.

The state's legal age of majority is 18.

Answer 4

Chapter 201 Section 5 of the Mass Code provides some insight. There really is no provision for emancipation. Guardians can be appointed if necessary. And marriage does provide emancipation.