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What age can a child right a statement to the judge on what parent they want to stay with in Washington state?
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A minor in Washington is not allowed to choose the custodial parent until he is 18. Below the age of 18 a child can express their choice of a parent but the judge is not under any obligation to address the request nor allow it.
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