This Will is appropriate for people who are married or single and wish to provide for their minor children. This Will continues to be appropriate after the minor children become adults.
If at death, your estate (including life insurance proceeds) is expected to be larger than the federal estate tax applicable exclusion amount ($3,500,000), it may be desirable to use more complete estate planning techniques that are not provided by this Will. For such cases, this Will can be used to prepare for working with a lawyer who can assist you with the preparation of a more complex will.
Note: A separate will should be created for each person. Even for married couples, a "joint will" (not offered by this program) is not recommended.
Their parents or legal guardians.
In cases where the parents of minor children are unmarried the mother generally retainssole custodial rights until the father files a custodial suit. However, this does not mean the mother of the minor children can arbitrarily deny the father's rights of visitation.
A passport.
In California, a minor (under 18) who leaves home without parental consent may be considered a runaway. Parents can file a runaway report with law enforcement, who will try to locate the minor and return them home. Parents are legally responsible for their minor children and can face consequences if they fail to provide care and support.
If you live in the US… It depends on what rights you're talking about. Minor parents have parental rights over their own children (for example, you get to decide rather or not you want to voluntarily give the child up for adoption). However, the minor parent is still subject to the control and authority of their own parents, because having a child does not emancipate a minor.
Yes parents are legally responsible for their children until the child reaches the age of responsibility.
In Maryland, a minor is someone under the age of 18. Parents are generally responsible for their minor children until they turn 18, except for some specific circumstances such as when a minor is married or emancipated by a court.
Parents are fully responsible for their minor childrens health, and that includes their emotional well being as well.
No. You need to get an OK from the parents of the minor in the USA at least.
Parents in Indiana are legally responsible for their children until they reach the age of 18.
No, only the biological parents are responsible for the financial support of their minor children.
Yes, parents can choose to charge their minor children rent if they feel it is appropriate. This can help teach financial responsibility and prepare them for independent living in the future. It's important for families to establish clear expectations and boundaries around this arrangement.