I am not sure of your circumstances and I wish you the best, but you might find your answer on www.lawforkids.org They seem to have a lot of answers to questions like this for various States. I wish you the best and just remember that there is help out there. You are never alone. Stay safe.
no not at all
You can be returned home at age 17. If it is unsafe, they can put you into foster care. The state takes a dim view on minors living alone and unsupervised.
17 years old legally, although you are not considered an adult until 18. But the police can not under (section IV) return you home under law. A runaway refers to a "juvenille," and at 17 year old you are considered between a juvenille and an adult-its a thin line.
the legal age to drop out with your parents consent is 16, without it the age is 17
If17 if the legal age then yes. But i have heard nothing of age laws changing. SO if the legal age is 17 then yes but if it is 18 then no, you would have to have your parents permission to transfer schools.
no not at all
You can be returned home at age 17. If it is unsafe, they can put you into foster care. The state takes a dim view on minors living alone and unsupervised.
yes
No, at the age of 17 you can leave Texas for California and not be considered a runaway. However, if you have not graduated school at the age of 17 and do not enroll in another state you can get in trouble.
yes
Yes because you are not a legal adult
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.
Yes, if an individual moves to a state where the legal age of majority is 18 and they are under 18, they may be considered a runaway if they leave home without parental permission. Each state has its own laws regarding the legal age of majority and runaway status.
Yes, depending on the laws in the specific jurisdiction, the mother could potentially get in trouble for harboring a runaway if the girlfriend is considered a minor in need of supervision. It's important to check the legal age of majority in the state or country where they reside to ensure compliance with the law.
If you run away to your boyfriend's house in Florida at 17, you could face legal consequences. In Florida, the legal age of majority is 18, and leaving home without parental consent could result in being reported as a runaway. It's important to discuss your situation with your parents or a trusted adult and seek guidance on how to navigate any challenges you may be facing.
No. You are a runaway in all states since at 17 you are a minor. There is no difference between states.
In Louisiana, a person can leave home without being considered a runaway once they reach the age of 18. Until then, they are under their parents' legal guardianship and can be reported as a runaway if they leave home without permission. So, buckle up and wait until you hit that magical age before you make a run for it!