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At what age can a child be in front of a judge to choose what parent to live with?
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∙ 14y ago
As an alternative, why not ask for Joint Physical Custody of your parents?
Tell them that you want to remain in a home, and each of them there for three weeks, than switch. Once night a week, the parent not in residence takes you out to dinner or some other activity. While in the home, the resident parent does not date, or have overnight guests, other than relatives.
On the off weeks, the parent rents a room, stays with relatives, their friends, or they can split the cost of a two bedroom apartment, with each having their own bedroom.
The priority here is you not having your life disrupted by their choice not to be together. Their lives are equally disrupted and they split the cost of your home.
The support amounts each parent are obligated to provide for your care can go into a TRUST FUND. From the trust fund, expenses for the home and your standard expenses, are paid.
All this follows in accordance with Federal Laws dating back 100 years as regards Trust Funds that have been established for guardians to draw from when parents have been killed in an accident. Also in cases involving child stars (The Coogan Act-1939) where the law is designed to prevent their parents from spending the money for their own uses.
Any money left in the account would collect interest and be available for emergencies, or special expenses, such as part of the cost of a car, or a college education.
This is called Bird Nest Custody. YOU STAY IN THE NEST THE BIRDS TAKE TURNS BEING THERE.
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In California can a thirteen year old choose which parent to live with?
Yes. A child as young as 11 years old can choose which parent they wish to live with. It doesn't mean however that a judge will grant it, it merely means that the child can file formally with the court for a change in custody.
If parents are divorced at what age can a child choose to live with what parent according to Ohio Law?
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If parents are divorced which parent can can claim a dependent child?
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How old does a child in Nova Scotia have to be to decide which parent to live with?
Generally, a child does not have the "right" to choose their custodial parent. Until a child is 18, the courts have full discretion to assign custody. However, the child's wishes are often given a great deal of consideration, particularly once the child reaches their teenage years. Ususally, when seeking to include the wishes of the child in the custody decision, a Judge will either meet with the Child in private or accept a letter or oral statment from the child for consideration.
Can I live with my father?
Minors are not allowed to choose with whom they wish to live. That is a decision made by the court if the parents cannot reach an equitable solution as to who shall retain primary custody of the child/children. A judge may speak with a child who is mature enough to understand the matter and consider the child's personal interest, such as schooling, friends, etc., issues that will not be discussed with the minor child are which parent the child cares for more, disciplinary tactics of either parent, and so forth. The final decision of custody is based on what the judge believes to be in the best interest of the child/children and not on the preferences of any of the involved parties.
When can a child choose his or her guardian in TX?
The child doesn't get to choose, but in TX at the age of 12 the judge will consider the child's preference of which *parent* to live with. The judge considers many other things too, and the judge is not required to abide by the child's wishes.
Can a minor in Virginia choose to stay with step parent if parents are separating?
If the step parent files for custody, and the judge awards custody of the child to them.
Can a 14-year-old choose to move in with her father in Michigan?
No, minor children are not allowed to make the decision as to which parent they choose to reside with. A judge makes the decision based on what is in the best interest of said child, not on the preference of a parent or child.
What age can a child right a statement to the judge on what parent they want to stay with in Washington state?
A minor in Washington is not allowed to choose the custodial parent until he is 18. Below the age of 18 a child can express their choice of a parent but the judge is not under any obligation to address the request nor allow it.
Can a 12-year-old choose which parent they want to live with?
No, but he or she can speak with the judge and explain why he or she wishes to reside with a specific parent. Custodial issues are determined by what the judge feels is in the best interest of the child and not on the preference of any of the interested parties.
In California can a thirteen year old choose which parent to live with?
Yes. A child as young as 11 years old can choose which parent they wish to live with. It doesn't mean however that a judge will grant it, it merely means that the child can file formally with the court for a change in custody.
At what age can a minor in Florida choose to live with the other parent?
The child cannot make that choice. A parent needs to file a challenge, during which a GAL will present the child's view to the judge. Or, arrangement for the child to speak to the judge in private. The judge determines the child maturity, and related factor, in a custody change. see links
When can a child decide which parent to live with in the state of South Dakota?
In South Dakota, a child's preference may be considered by a judge in custody matters, but it is not the sole factor. The judge will consider the child's best interests, which include factors such as the child's relationship with each parent, each parent's ability to care for the child, and the child's safety and well-being. Ultimately, the court will make a decision based on what it deems to be in the child's best interests.
If parents are divorced at what age can a child choose to live with what parent according to Ohio Law?
The age of majority in Ohio is 18. Under that age, if there is a dispute of custody during a divorce, a judge will determine who the child lives with. Of course, the judge can take into consideration a child's preference.
What questions will a judge ask a child if it chooses to live with a non custodial parent?
There are no set guidelines by which a judge follows in speaking with the child. In this manner, a parent is unable to prep the child's answers. Generally, the judge just talks to the child. see related links
Do a father get visitation after they stop paying child support at age 20 for a handicap child?
Visitation should not be dependent on child support. How would the child feel losing the parent? Keep that issue in front of the judge.
Does a child have to choose who they want to live with in front of their parents?
The Court orders the custody arrangement of minor children. If the child reaches at least 14, and a motion is made to bring the case to court, and the judge allows the child to choose, the child does not have to choose in front of the parents. The attorney(s) can ask the court that the parents be asked to step outside while the court and/or attorneys question the child.
