It depends on which state you have become an award of. As a former ward of the state of Nevada I had all of the same rights as any other child. If I had a grevance, there was a process I could go through as well. It may be more benifical if you were to supply more information on your state and circumstances, I may be able to help you further. Age also plays a part, some states offer imancipation and if you can manage that, imancipation is making you a legal adult, responsible for yourself and able to get married. The minor has the same restrictions as does any minor in any state. The terms of the state custodial order determines whether or not the minor is directly under the control of the court, has an appointed guardian, or is under the supervision of the state's child protective or family services division. Minors who are under a direct order of the court need the courts approval for all major issues, such as changing residence, school, employment, medical, etc. and are usually appointed a Guardian Ad Litem.
In the world today, there are certain rights that all children should have. Human rights organizations would say that these include:
1: the right to a good education.
2. the right to have enough food to eat.
3. the right to live in a safe home environment.
4. the right to be protected from harm.
Sadly, not every country enforces these basic rights. In some countries, children are not given any education and they are sent to work at a young age. In some countries, children are exploited and treated harshly. And while some countries have strong laws to protect children, others have no such laws at all. Further, in some countries, children (girls especially) can be married off at a young age, without their consent, while in other countries, this is not allowed.
Not knowing what country you are from, I cannot say what its policies are, but in the United States, there are a number of laws that ensure the rights of children. For example, there are laws against child abuse, laws that guarantee children an education, and laws that prevent children from going to work at too young an age or being married against their will. These laws are not always enforced the way they should be, but for the most part, children do have rights in America and these rights are generally taken seriously.
It depends on what people around you do and let you do.
joint custody means both parents have custody of the children and all decisions concerning the children have to be a joint decision... including trips out of the state. I have not heard of access... I am thinkgin access is giving the non custodail parent visitation rights. Research the Laws for your state.
ANSWER: Yes. Regardless of your age, you are still the mother. You will have legal custody unless those rights are terminated by the Court.
legally yes, if you go to court and have approval from a judge
At 16 it is the childs' choice. The errant father certainly has no legal rights to the child. Laws pertaining to child custody are set by the state in which the minor and his/her custodial parent or legal guardian have established residency. Although a father has not been involved the child's life it does not automatically exclude him from filing a custody petition. Parental rights can only be terminated in two ways, voluntarily or by order of a court of jurisdiction. As long as the child is deemed a minor pursuant to the laws of the state of residency, age is not a factor. In most cases the judge presiding over a custody hearing would take into account the wishes of a sixteen years old.
No, and you would be breaking a ton of laws as you have to get custody rights first, and have the other parent either stripped of their rights or they have denounced their rights. Otherwise, a judge is definitely going to send you to jail for kidnapping and will just as likely deny any appeal for custody.
None. The boyfriend has no legal rights whatsoever.
No. When a minor has been remanded to the custody of the state only the court can assign legal guardianship or take action against the rights of the biological parent(s).
The mother. The father have to go to court to get his parental rights by providing a DNA test. he can then petition for custody, visitation and pay child support.
they have the right to legally assume custody of the minor.
The mother have custody. The father have to prove paternity by providing a DNA test and he can then get his parental rights and petition for custody, visitation and pay child support.
joint custody means both parents have custody of the children and all decisions concerning the children have to be a joint decision... including trips out of the state. I have not heard of access... I am thinkgin access is giving the non custodail parent visitation rights. Research the Laws for your state.
To obtain a restraining order, the runaway would typically need to file a petition with the court detailing the reasons for requesting the order. It may be necessary to provide evidence of past abuse or harassment. Legal assistance or a local domestic violence organization can provide guidance on the specific steps to take.
No.
mother has sole custody even if living with father
It depends on what state you're in...
If the custody was taken away there must've been a good reason for it but you can seek visitation rights or appeal but it all depends on why the court took the custody away. Speak to a lawyer.
She can have her rights terminated by the court if they and you agree to it. If you mean custody you have to (unless you have already done this) go to court and prove paternity and then you can ask for custody and also for her to pay child support. Terminating her rights does not mean she don't have to pay child support. Minor parents have the same rights as adult ones.