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Only Indiana and Texas has laws setting out a specific age at which a child can make a choice the court is required to abide by, and even than there are some limitations. With those states, it is age 14. In all other states, the general rule of thumb is that a 12 year old can express and opinion, however the judge is under not legal obligation to consider, or even hear it. In either case, a motion to the court must be filed for a determination to be made.
What else can I help you with?
Can a child choose who to live with if custodial parent is deceased?
No. The court will decide.
Can living with a custodial parent prevent the custodial parent from being awarded child support from the ex?
Not really the Judge will decide this matter for you.
At what age can the child decide for themselves not to visit the non custodial parent in Arkansas?
16
Does the non custodial parent have to pay for a child's college education in the state of Illinois?
There is no law or regulation in Illinois that requires the NCP to pay for the child's college.
Can noncustodial parents prevent custodial parents from leaving the state with baby?
A noncustodial parent can prevent the custodial parent from leaving the state with a baby or child. The court will decide if the custodial parent has just cause to leave the state.
What age can a child decide to not visit non-custodial parent in the state of New Mexico?
When they are 18.
If a non custodial parent refuses to sign passport for your child what are the options?
if a non custodial parent reuses to sign a passport the only option is court. A judge can decide if it is in the best interests of the child to leave the country.
What constitutes custodial parent in reference to child support?
The custodial parent is the parent with custody/guardianship of the child.
Can a non custodial bring back custodial to court if she makes more money?
Usually, no. The non-custodial parent is expected to make at least a minimal contribution - in Illinois, 20% of net income for one child - regardless of the custodial parent's income.
Can a child age 13 decide to end visitation with her non-custodial parent in the state of Maryland?
No.No.No.No.
What age can a child chose non custodial parent in NC?
As long as you are a minor you are not allowed to decide who you will live with.
Can you just have a custody order in place and no child support order?
Yes, as they are separate issues. However, a custodial parent can request a child support order at any time. Also, some jurisdictions do not allow parents to decide that the non-custodial parent will not pay child support. The view is that every child is entitled to be supported by both parents. If the custodial parent doesn't need it then the payments should be placed in a savings account to pay for college. Also, if the custodial parent and child are receiving any assistance then the non-custodial parent will be required make payments to the state.
