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An exception to the rule that parents' duty to support their children ends at the children's majority occurs when the child is disabled. In cases where the child is disabled, mentally or physically, and therefore unable to support himself/herself upon reaching the age of majority most states have adopted the rule that parents have a duty to support their adult disabled children. Most often, courts define "disability" in economic terms, i.e., the inability of the adult disabled child to adequately care for himself/herself by earning a living by reason of mental or physical infirmity. States differ as to whether support for an adult disabled child is determined by the state's child support guidelines or by the needs of the child as balanced by the parents' ability to provide support. In the case the child CAN support themselves then they'd be legally an adult at their states normal age of majority which is generally 18.
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Is 12 an adult or child?
You are not legally an adult until the age of 18.
When is a child legally an adult at what age?
In most countries, a child is legally considered an adult at the age of 18. This age may vary depending on the country or state, but 18 is a common age of majority where individuals are granted adult rights and responsibilities.
Why do you have to pay child support for a 'child' to age 21 if one is considered an adult by age 18?
Your son or daughter is 'your child', no matter what age they are. Legally speaking, a child is anyone under the age of majority. In some jurisdictions, this is 21. So even if society considers the person an adult at 18, it can be different matter legally.
Is 13 year old a adult or child?
A 13-year-old is considered a child, not an adult. In most countries, adulthood is legally recognized at the age of 18.
At what age can a parent legally throw out a teenager in Texas?
In the state of Texas a person becomes legally designated an adult at the age of 18. In most cases the parent(s) will no longer be legally or financially responsible for the child (an exception could be a child support order that stipulates a different age). If the parents so choose they may request their "adult" child to move from their residence.
When is a parent no longer legally responsible for a child in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, a parent is legally responsible for a child until the age of majority, which is 18 years old. However, parental responsibility can extend beyond this age if the child has special needs or disabilities that warrant continued support.
What age can you legally force an adult child to move out in New York?
16. a child can quit school at 16 in ny
How old do you have to be to get custody of an abused child within your family?
At the very least, you would have to be legally of adult age.
When is a parent no longer legally responsible for a child in pa?
In Pennsylvania, a parent's legal responsibility for a child typically ends when the child reaches the age of 18. However, there are exceptions for children with disabilities who may require ongoing support beyond age 18. Termination of parental rights through adoption or court order can also end legal responsibility for a child in certain situations.
Can A PARENT be fined in tx for taking THEIR 16 year old out of school?
Yes, they very much so can! they are still not adults yet because the age of 18 is legally adult age, but it all depeneds on what the adult took the child out of school for! Yes, they very much so can! they are still not adults yet because the age of 18 is legally adult age, but it all depeneds on what the adult took the child out of school for!
Can a child accept financial responsibility for an item without parental consent?
Generally, not if the "child" is under the age of 18. In the USA, at age 18 a person is legally considered an adult and thereby is also legally responsible for their actions.
What age are you legally an adult in Missippi?
Missippi you are a adult legally at 21 years.
