It depends on why the living parent didn't have custody. If the custodial parent has passed away the noncustodial parent has to apply for custody in court.
The age at which a child can choose which parent to live with varies by jurisdiction. In some places, a child as young as 14 may be able to express a preference to the court, but the final decision will still be based on the best interests of the child. It is advisable to consult with a family law attorney in your area for guidance on this matter.
In Texas, a child must be at least 17 years old to live with another family member with the consent of their parent or legal guardian. This arrangement typically requires a signed affidavit from the parent or legal guardian authorizing the temporary guardianship of the child.
When a parent with custody goes to jail, child custody arrangements can vary depending on the situation. The child may go to live with the other parent, a relative, a foster family, or be placed in the care of child protective services. The court will typically make a decision based on the best interests of the child.
In general, living arrangements typically do not affect the rights of siblings when a parent dies. The distribution of assets and inheritance is usually determined by the parent's will or state laws, regardless of where the siblings live. Each sibling is entitled to their fair share of the estate according to these established guidelines. Consulting with a probate lawyer can provide specific advice based on the individual circumstances.
In the UK, there's no set age when a child can choose which parent to live with. The court will consider a child's wishes, but the final decision is based on the child's best interests. Generally, older children's views are given more weight during legal proceedings.
depends on the other parent and the one your going to live with
If the parents are divorced then it is between the parents if the child can go live with the other parent. At age 14 the child can choose witch parent he/she wont's to live with. If that other parent is not willing to let the child go live with that parent then it can be taken to court or just wait till the child is 18 and can go live on it's own.
No, but see the related question.
The other parent has the file a modification motion.see links
Not without consent of the other parent. In Michigan the Parent with custody has to live with in 80 miles of the other parent, or get written consent from the other parent and get that consent approved by the courts to live outside of that 80 miles.
We would discuss it with the other parent. The parent has the right to know.
no see links
First, the child has no specific right to choose which parent to live with without a court order. As to this issue, the other parent could file an emergency motion for custody on the grounds of abandonment.
Well, if court says your child does not have to ever see the other parent then yes. But if not then no.
Not on taxes no. The parent the child lives with has the main right to claim the child. But if that parent can't or doesn't want to then the other parent can
Minor children have little recourse in deciding which parent they want to live with. They do, however have the right to express their preference/feelings to the judge.
If you work at night, a judge would probably think it would be better for the child to live with his or her other parent.