As long as you are a minor you can not decide legally where to live.
In South Dakota, a child's preference may be considered by a judge in custody matters, but it is not the sole factor. The judge will consider the child's best interests, which include factors such as the child's relationship with each parent, each parent's ability to care for the child, and the child's safety and well-being. Ultimately, the court will make a decision based on what it deems to be in the child's best interests.
As long as you are a minor you are not allowed to decide who you will live with.
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You have to be 18.
In West Virginia, a child can decide which parent they want to live with when they are 18.
No, a child can not decide this until they are 18.
As long as you are a minor you are not allowed to decide who you will live with.
They have to be 18.
When they are 18.
As long as you are a minor you are not allowed to decide who you will live with.
There is no automatic age that a child can choose which parent they want to live with in New Hampshire. The judge looks to see if the minor shows sufficient maturity to make the decision without being coerced by either parent.