What is Oregon's legal status on how to emancipate yourself?

Answer 1

It depends upon the laws of the state in which the minor lives. Most states do not have an emancipation status, therefore cases are assessed on an individual basis. In general, if it is not a case of abuse or neglect the minor must prove to the court they are capable of living without adult involvement. That means the minor must have acceptable income levels to pay for shelter, food, clothing, medical care, and so forth. Income is defined by money earned by the minor not money from parents or other relatives/friends. The minor will be expected to pay all fees relevant to the filing of the petition, which includes filing fees, and various costs for notifying involved parties such as the parents or legal guardian, etc. These guidelines change somewhat when it pertains to a pregnant minor whose parents refuse to support. If it is a of abuse and/or neglect the minor should contact state social services (DFS or CPS) or call Child Help USA (National Child Abuse Hotline) at 1-800-422-4453 for assistance. * Generally speaking, you file a petition with the court, and a hearing is held. Your parents are notified and they are allowed to attend the hearing and contest it. You have to prove (among other things) that you're capable of fully supporting yourself, paying rent,utilities,food, etc. with no assistance, and there is a legitimate reason the court should grant emancipation. That's a very basic overview. You need to check the laws in your state for more detailed information. * Not all states have grounds nor procedures for the emancipation of minors. In those that do allow the action the basics are, the minor must be at least 16-years of age, be self-supporting (gainfully employed) and must provide evidence to the court that they are able to live without adult intervention. The filing fee is generally $200-$300 which is to be paid by the minor themselves; in some cases there may be additional court costs and legal fees. In many of the states that allow the emancipation of a minor parental consent to the action is required. In all states allowing the action, any "interested party" meaning a parent, adult family member, teacher, counselor, etc. may contest the action and testify as to why emancipation should not be granted. FYI, emancipation is very seldom granted for any reasons. If the parents of a minor child cannot control him or her, they can ask the court to relieve them of the parental responsibilities and make the minor a ward of the state. The state's department of family and children's services can provide more specific information. * To be emancipated you have to be able to prove to the court you are able to support yourself and that you would have a healthier living environment then the one that you currently live in. after that you have to have reasonable reasons on why you feel the need to be emancipated. You have to be of the age of 16 at least and have a person that is of the age of 18 that is willing to agree in supporting you. you have to be an average based student, You cannot be a criminal or just some bum that wants to drop out of school. You have to have a legitimate reason why you feel the need to be emancipated. The court will not take another look at your case if there is no reason for you being emancipated, such as you're being physically abused at the home. Think twice befor you go through with this, remember that the people that you live with helped make you who you are, and they will always love you throughout all the hardships and rough times that you have been through, it teaches you lessons in the end and it helps you mature. * This is not meant to be sarcasm, but first of all you will need to determine if you reside in a state that allows a minor to petition for an early emancipation decree. The legal age of majority in all but four states is (18). In Alabama and Nebraska it is 19, in Mississippi and Pennsylvania it is 21. * Not all states have laws that allow a minor to file a petition for emancipation. More information on specific laws of the state of residency can be obtained from the clerk of the court in the county in which you live. * Emancipation is when you are under 18 years old, but can care for yourself independently. You can search the topic online and find the guidelines for your state, because they differ, however, generally you need to be able to support yourself and have your own place. * File paperwork at the county courthouse. * It depends on where you live. In most US states you need to petition the courts and have the approval of a judge. In a few states it is not as formal. For example, in New York if you don't get any financial assistance from your parents and your parents say they will give up their parental rights, you can be emancipated. You should contact a family lawyer in your local area for more information.