Can a 17 year boy move out without parents permission in the state of Missouri?

Answer 1

The legal age of majority in MO. is 18, not 17. The confusion is created because of the added clause pertaining to a 17 years old being emancipated if they are married and/or serving in the military. The reality is that very little can be done to prevent a 17 years old from leaving the family residence. The parent(s) or legal guardian would need to file a report with local authorities to initiate any legal action. Authorities in all states are understaffed, underfunded and overworked, so tracking down every minor who leaves home is an impossibility. A viable alternative might be family counseling to at least make an attempt to find a compromise on the part of all the involved parties.

I was in a situation similar to this, I tried to move out when I was 16, but got arrested for being a runaway, my probation officer, who was also a Deputy Juvinial Officer told me that in the state of Missouri you can move out at 17, cops will not only do nothing about it, but if you get arrested, or hurt and have billls your parents have to pay them. they don't have to give you financial support, but you can move out, the parent in another state can't do anything as long as you live in Missouri over 50% of the time, and if your id has a Missouri address.

Answer 2

Yes! This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Consult the specific laws for the state and county in which you reside for the rules that apply. In most states, any 18 year old is considered an adult and is capable of deciding when and where they reside. They have the ability to contract for housing. SOME states allow minors to become emancipated under specific circumstances, but this is not just a matter of filling out some paperwork. A minor is the responsibility of their parents until such time as they reach the age of majority or are legally emancipated. The parents are required to provide for the support of their minor children. If the parents give permission, the minor can live in another location. Such permission does not relieve the parents of the responsibility to provide support. If the parents do not give permission, the minor can be considered a runaway. Charges may apply to individuals that aid and abet such runaways, particularly if they are under the age of consent. In some states it is my understanding that this is not enforced for 17 year olds that leave home. If you are subject to abuse, you should contact social services for your area. They will assist you in getting out of the bad environment and into a safe place. ----- I was told this by juvinal officers and police men when i moved out, the parent has to pay any medical bills you may have until you are 18, and they are responcible if you get arrested/ put in jail, exc. they do not have to give you money, but if your starving, and you go to their house, they can not refuse to feed you. I live in cass county, Missouri, that is what my law enforcers told me, it'd be best to ask the ones in your county/ state to make sure their isn't any thing else.

Answer 3

yes, per state law they a 17 year old boy can move out without parents permission. The parents are still financially responsible though.

Answer 4

With permission they can. The age of majority is 18 in Missouri. Until then you are the responsibility of your parents. They determine where you live and much of what you can do.