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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.

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At 14 can you move in with the other parent?

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.


What is the Age for consent to live with other family member with parents consent in the state of Texas?

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.


What happens to the child when the parent who has custody goes to jail?

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.


Does one sibling is living with a parent that dies have that sibling more rights than other siblings not living with parent at the time of death?

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.


What age can a child choose which parent they want to live with according to British law?

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.

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If you leave one parent and go live with the other can you get your things from the other parent?

depends on the other parent and the one your going to live with


How old do you have to be to live with the other parent?

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.


If the child wants to live with the other parent does the parent have to live in that state?

No, but see the related question.


You are 15 and want to change what parent you live with but your current parent is trying really hard to keep you can you leave to go live with the other parent legally in Australia?

The other parent has the file a modification motion.see links


Can you move out of the country with your kids if you have legal and physical custody of them?

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.


What would you do if your child wants to live with you and is afraid of saying something to his or her other parent?

We would discuss it with the other parent. The parent has the right to know.


In Tennessee can you choose at seventeen which parent you live with even if the other parent is noncustodial?

no see links


What if you move in with one parent and they allow to live else where can the other parent do anything in Indiana?

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.


Can a parent move out of state with minor child even if the other parent does not live in the state?

Well, if court says your child does not have to ever see the other parent then yes. But if not then no.


If a child lives with one parent can the other parent who does not live in the same home claim that same child?

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


What can you do if you want to live with your other parent but the one you are living with will not let you because of the other's significant other?

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.


What if the parent the child wish to live with work at night?

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.