In Mississippi, you are not a legal adult until 21 years of age. However, the laws are weird. Children can be released from custody at 18. They are considered an independent minor if they are able to support themselves.
In Mississippi, DHS custody can be extended until a child turns 21 if the child is under a Youth Court's jurisdiction or receiving services through DHS at age 18.
It depends on the custody arrangement in place. If the stepmother has legal custody or is the designated caregiver in the absence of the father, then the child may need to stay with her. It is best to refer to the custody agreement or consult with a legal professional for guidance in this situation.
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.
At age 16, you may have some say in who you want to stay with, but ultimately custody decisions are usually made by the court considering the best interests of the child. It would be helpful to express your preferences to the adults involved and to the court if necessary, but the final decision will depend on various factors including your well-being and living situation.
In Arkansas, there is no specific legal age outlined for a child to stay alone overnight. It is ultimately up to the parents to determine if their child is responsible and mature enough to stay alone overnight. It is recommended that parents consider factors such as the child's age, maturity level, and their ability to handle emergencies before allowing them to stay alone overnight.
"Home alone laws" refer to regulations that dictate when a child can be left alone at home. These laws vary by state and typically consider factors such as the child's age, maturity level, and the length of time they are left alone. It is important for parents to familiarize themselves with the specific laws in their state to ensure they are in compliance.
It depends on the state and how old the child is.
YES, IF SHE HAS SOLE CUSTODY OF THE CHILD AND THERE WAS NO AGREEMENT TO STAY IN THAT STATE. OR IF NEITHER PARENT HAS LEGAL CUSTODY EITHER PARENT COULD DO THAT
Custody challenge in his state. Should have registered original agreement with the courts.
Yes, unless the parent who has the child also holds sole physical and legal custody.
A mother who has sole custody of a child may leave the state with the child. If the mother shares custody, she has to have consent for the other parent or the court before leaving the state with the child.
That depends on the custody order, but she can file for a change of custody.
By capturing the child. Face it, they won't stay captured for long.
Allowing your child to stay with someone you know is unfit is endangering the child which can lead to losing custody.
A child custody order remains in effect until the child is of the age of 18. If the child turns 18 before he or she graduates high school the custody order will stay in effect until the graduation occurs.
If the step parent files for custody, and the judge awards custody of the child to them.
no you have to stay with the parent that has custody
It depends on the custody agreement. If you have full custody, you can probably take the child. If you have some sort of joint custody/visitation arrangement, you will need permission from the court or the other parent for the child to move.