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In Tn what age can a child tell the judge who they want to live with?
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∙ 13y ago
Only Indiana and Texas has laws setting out a specific age at which a child can make a choice the court is requiredto abide by, and even than there are some limitations. With those states, it is age 14. In all other states, the general rule of thumb is that a 12 year old can express and opinion, however the judge is under not legal obligation to consider, or even hear it. In either case, a motion to the court must be filed for a determination to be made. However, the child should be informed that there are alternatives to choosing to live with just one parent. The child should also be advised they can express a choice that they remain in one home and each parent can live with them for a designated period of time, than switch. This is called Bird Nest Custody.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoThe only states with specific laws addressing this is Indiana and Texas. Beyond that, they simply have a right to express and opinion. See link below for more info
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How old does a child have to be to tell a judge who they want to live with without the judge having to decide if its in the best interest of the child?
18- 20 after 21 your on your own
What age must a child be to pick which parent they want to live with?
There really isn't an age, the child can tell the judge where he want's to go but that isn't always the way the judge will go but he will take it into consideration.
Can a 12 year old child tell the court what parent they want to live with?
No, one has to be 18 to be able to have some input in the desicion.
Can a Judge force your 17.6 year old daughter to continue visiting her father if she does not want to visit him anymore We live in Il.?
At the age of 12 a child can tell the judge if they want to see said parent. However, the child must abide by the judges ruling from any other previous hearing.
Can a 17 year old foster child move out without consent?
yes they can. all they have to do is go to a judge and tell him/her why they want to move out and give the judge a good reason. and you have to prove that you have somewhere to live and make money to show you will be taken care of.
In va how old does a child have to be to tell courts where they want to live?
see link
What is the leagal age for a child to tell the courts they want to go home to there parents?
Usually 12-13 but it can differ between states. Just remember that you can tell what you want but they do not have to follow your wishes. in the end it's your parents deciding where you will live and if they can not agree it's up to the judge. You are not allowed to decide until you are of adult age. If you are in a foster home it's entirely up to the judge.
You want to move out of mom's and in with my father but I'm only 16 and my mom won't let me how can I do it?
talk to a judge and tell him/her that you don't want to live with your mom no more!! tell them why and tell them you want to live with your dad!!
Can a child at sixteen go to court to speak of which parent they want to live with?
Depends which state you are in. The judge usually ask a child that age of his wish even though it is not in the law like in some states, but the judge is not obligated to follow it.
If you live with your mom and you want to live with your dad what do you do?
Tell them how you feel. Unfortunately a child below 18 is not allowed to choose for themselves.
How old does a child have to be in SC to choose which parent they want to live with?
In South Carolina, a child's preferences regarding custody are taken into consideration by the court typically when they are around the age of 14 or older. However, the final decision on custody is made by the court based on the best interests of the child.
How old does a child have to be to choose which parent they want to live with in the state of West Virginia?
It is a common misconception that children can chose which parent they want to live with when they reach a certain age. But the bottom line is, while a judge may question the child to see if he or she does have a preference and, if so, why, it is still up to the judge - not the child.
