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Yes, a 17-year-old is still considered a minor in Illinois. If they leave home without parental consent, they could be considered a runaway under Illinois law. Parents or guardians can file a runaway report with the police, which could lead to the minor being taken into custody until they are returned home.

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If parents know your where abouts can you still be considered a runaway?

Yes, even if parents know your whereabouts, you can still be considered a runaway if you leave home without their permission, especially if you are a minor. Being a runaway is not only about physical location, but also about leaving home without the legal guardian's consent.


What is the legal age a child can leave home and not be considered a runaway in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, the legal age for a child to leave home without being considered a runaway is 21. However, if a minor leaves home before that age, they may still be subject to laws regarding parental responsibility and the duty to provide support. It is recommended to seek legal advice if you are considering leaving home as a minor.


What happens when you runaway at age 17 in the state of NH?

Since seventeen is still considered being a minor, if caught, the police will return you back to your parents. Once a person is of eighteen, if they run away, then they are considered an adult and able to fend for themselves.


Is your 16yr old daughter still considered a runaway if she is with her noncustodial parent?

Technically, if a 16-year-old is with a noncustodial parent without the custodial parent's permission, it could still be considered running away. However, legal definitions may vary depending on the specific circumstances and jurisdiction. It's advisable to contact local law enforcement or a legal professional for guidance on how to address this situation.


If you are 17 and live in new york but runaway to WA can you still be considered a runaway if there legal age is 17?

Yes, even if the legal age of majority is 17 in Washington state, you would still be considered a runaway until you reach that age. Running away without parental consent is generally illegal until you reach the age of majority in your state of residence.

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If parents know your where abouts can you still be considered a runaway?

Yes, even if parents know your whereabouts, you can still be considered a runaway if you leave home without their permission, especially if you are a minor. Being a runaway is not only about physical location, but also about leaving home without the legal guardian's consent.


Can you runaway at seventeen and not be filed as a runaway?

yes you can be because you are not 18 and 17 is still consider as a minor


You are a minor can you still go to jail for holding a runaway?

Yes


Will all charges be dropped on a sixteen year old runaway when she turns seventeen?

If you live in the US... No, because at 17 they are still a minor and therefore still a runaway.


Is 17 years old still considered a minor in Illinois?

You are only an adult if you are 18 or have gone through legal emancipation procedures.


If you are 17 and live in new york but runaway to S.C can you still be considered a runaway if there legal age is 17?

yes


What if you are16yrs and you runaway within a month of it being your birthday with you boyfriend that has been living with you and he is 19?

Even at 17, you would still be considered a minor. If you are with a 19 year old, (not a minor) he could be arrested and convicted of kidnapping a minor, and a slew of other allogations could come up.


Is there a law that states whether or not a 17-year-old can move out of their parents home and into another stable home if they choose to or would they still be considered a runaway in Washington st?

A 17-year-old is a minor and therefore does not get to choose where they live. Ever heard of the Becca Law? It was passed in WA after a teenage runaway was murdered. It basically gave parents more 'power' in dealing with runaway/disobedient/truant children. You would be considered a runaway and you would be returned home.


What is the legal age a child can leave home and not be considered a runaway in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, the legal age for a child to leave home without being considered a runaway is 21. However, if a minor leaves home before that age, they may still be subject to laws regarding parental responsibility and the duty to provide support. It is recommended to seek legal advice if you are considering leaving home as a minor.


Can a 16 yr old girl in Washington be concidered a runaway and her friends would be harboring a runaway?

Very much yes. At 16 she is a minor and still the responsibility of her parents. Anyone who helps her is also in trouble for helping a runaway.


Are you still considered a minor if you are 17 and pregnant in Tennessee?

Yes, you're still a minor. Being pregnant/having a child does not emancipate a minor.


Can your girlfriend move in with you and your parents at 17 in Illinois without her parents consent if your parents say it ok?

In accordance to Illinois law, no. As a 17-year-old, she would still be considered a minor, and couldn't move in with you without the consent of both her parents and yours (This is assuming you are a minor as well. If not, only her parents's consent is needed).