As a matter of law, a child in Ontario is able to withdraw from parental control at age 16, thereby having the right to make her or his decision as to which parent to live with. In cusdody disputes, a judge will place greater weight on the child's preference from about age 12 upward.
16 years old for small things. 19 for major decisions.
The age a child can make decisions in joint custody varies by state, but generally children are not legally able to make decisions until they reach the age of majority, which is typically 18. However, courts may consider a child's preferences as they get older, typically around age 12-14.
Age 18 see links
18 years old is the legal age of adulthood.
When they are no longer a child. Which is 18 in Delaware. While they do have the right to make certain decisions regarding their bodies (regarding sexual activity at the age of consent and what happens if they are pregnant), until that time they are the responsibility of their parents.
When you have reached adult age which in Ontario is 18.
When they are 18 years old.
In legal terms, a child is typically defined as a person who is under the age of 18 and has not reached the age of majority, which is the age at which a person is considered an adult and can make legal decisions on their own.
In most places, the age at which a child can make their own legal decisions varies depending on the specific decision. Typically, children gain more decision-making autonomy as they get older. Generally, at 18 years old, a person is considered an adult and can make their own decisions.
I think that in any state you must be 18 years of age to adopt a child. However, your state may have laws about the requirements you need to adopt a child.
15 is the real age to make legal decisions. Not all, just most.
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