Minors are not allowed to decide with whom they wish to live. A judge usually takes into consideration a child's opinion if the child is mature enough to understand the issues involved but the judge is under no obligation to follow the child's choice. Custodial decisions are always based upon what is in the best interest of the child and not the preference of any involved party. Either parent can file a petition to have the current custodial arrangement rescinded or amended but they must have a compelling reason for the court to make a change.
"Washington How old do you have to be to decide which parent you want to live when the child is 13?
i had to be 13 when i could decide which parent i wanted to live with
the legal age a child has to be to decide what parent they would choose to live with is 13
What age can a child decide were he or she want to leave
Iowa has not specific applicable law. A judge will interview the child, depending on a report from a GAL, and determine the validity of the choice as it applicable to the case as a whole. The child does have alternatives. see links
In West Virginia, a child can decide which parent they want to live with when they are 18.
In Wyoming, a child of 14 years of age or older can decide which parent to live with. After the age of 11, a judge can choose the child's desire.
No, a child can not decide this until they are 18.
what is the legal age for a child in the state of Texas decide which parent they want to live with
15. The child has to be 15
They have to be 18.
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