When a 16 year old in CA runs away he/she will be taken into temporary custody, a check on them run to see if they have broken any laws, taken into the juvenile justice system, and turned over to parents, guardians, custodians, or the court. If it is habitual they may be held or placed by the state.
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California law does say the same thing, just a little bit differently.
"It is not a crime for a juvenile to run away from home in California."
See the related Amicus Curiae link listed below, regarding the California Welfare and Institutions Code, particularly Sections 601, 601.5, 625, and 625.1.
You flippin get arrested.
Running away will lead to: - she will be reported as a runaway - the police will bring her home - the 21yo will be arrested for aiding a runaway So no.
No, a person can not get arrested for running away at the age of 17 in the state of Missouri. If the juvenile commits a crime when they run away, they can be arrested for the crime.
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It is illegal for anyone one to run away in any state if you are not 18.Your parent can call the police and have you reported as a runaway and get you arrested and you can possibly be put in a home or placement.
Living on the street.
No. She would be considered a run away.
Yes, if your parents post you as a runaway.