What is the legal age to move out of your house in Illinois?

Answer 1

Leaving Home

The parents of an non-emancipated minor have the custody and control of such minor. This means that the parents can legally decide where the minor lives until the minor reaches the age of majority (usually 18) or otherwise becomes emancipated.

If a minor moves away from the home of his or her parents or legal guardians without their permission, that minor can be picked up by authorities as a runaway. Depending upon the state, there may be an evaluation stage in which the situation is reviewed to insure that the individual is not endangered by being returned to the home. Some states have recognized that minors that are 16 or 17 are often considered questionable as to their ability to leave home. Authorities may not want to deal with minors in this age group and some states are establishing legislation enforcing the age of majority and eliminating any questions in the eyes of the law enforcement community.

Check with your local laws for more specifics. If you are in an unsafe environment, law enforcement personnel can put you in contact with the appropriate agencies to obtain help.

Answer 2

You have to be 18- no younger than that or they take you in to a foster home or take you back to your parents. That's what happened to my son- he was 17 and he got sent back to me and his father.

Answer 3

The age of majority and age of emancipation in Illinois in 18 years. At that age, the young adult can enter into contracts, marry, join the military, get a job, leave the parental home or be ordered out of the home, etc.

Children between 16 and 18 can petition the court for emancipation but this requires fulfilling a list of legal requirements regarding source of support, physical safety, etc.

Answer 4

Around 18. At that age, you can vote and drive. Therefore, you can own a residence.

Answer 5

There are no laws. You're a legal adult at 18, feel free to move wherever you please.

Answer 6

There is no minimum age. As long as the parents consent, and the child is safe, there isn't a problem.

Answer 7

Only with your parents consent.

Answer 8

18