The Family Court in your county can provide you the necessary information. The statutes just say that they will have a process to protect such minors.
New Jersey does not have established laws nor procedures for the petitioning of emancipation of a minor.
One of the requirements of emancipation of a minor is that the minor be able to handle their affairs without the intervention of an adult. That requires the minor to do their own research on the laws and procedures of emancipation if they live in a state that allows the act. A place to begin is: Louisiana Civil Code, (LCC0 Title VIII, Chapter 2, Article 385 thru 3994.
The legal age of majority for the state is 18. The state does not have grounds nor procedures for the emancipation of a minor. In individual situations pertaining to health issues the court has the power to grant a minor limited emancipation privileges.
One of the requirements for a minor being eligible for emancipation is that they are capable of handling their personal affairs without the need of adult intervention. Therefore it is in the best interest of the minor to do the research and gather the necessary documentation for filing an emancipation petition. Emancipation procedures, Washington State Revised Code, RCW 13.64
The parents or guardians can file for emancipation of a minor, the minor may not apply.
The parents or guardians can file for emancipation of a minor, the minor may not apply.
No. The economic status of the minor's family is not relevant. The ability of the minor to be gainfully employed and be able to support themselves financially and handle their personal affairs without adult intervention is the basis of an emancipation decree being awarded. Be advised, only a few US states have grounds and procedures for the action. It is a misconception that any minor can file for emancipation and be granted such, the reality is that the emancipation of a minor is rarely granted by any court under any conditions.
New Jersey does not have any laws that allow emancipation. If there are reasons that the minor needs to be out of the house, they may put them in foster care. If the child can support themselves the court might consider such a move, but the chances are pretty small without a law in place.
No, having a child does not change the age of the minor and it does not grant emancipation.
If you are a pregnant minor seeking emancipation from your parents, you will need to talk to a lawyer to have this done.
No, pregnancy does not automatically confer emancipation of a minor. In some instances a court will declare a minor emancipated for the purpose of said minor receiving public assistance (Medicaid, etc.) for pregnancy and other health issues, this is not considered a "full" emancipation decree. Some states have procedures and grounds for a minor who is at least 16-years of age to petition the court for emancipation rights. Contact the clerk of the circuit court in the county of residency for information pertaining to the state's emancipation status.
yes. at least in the state of rhode island.