Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona
Can a 14yr old that has a baby move out of the home of her parents? Would she be considered a runaway? I can asure you it would be best for her an her daughter or else I wouldnt be asking. I know someone thats about to have a baby an wants to move out because of her moms ways she is worried for the baby. I have heard once you have a baby your automatically considered 18. Is this true?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Having a child does NOT cause a minor to be considered emancipated. In Arizona, a minor can only request emancipation if he/she is at least 16 years of age and can show the court that he/she is self-supporting without assistance. Depending on the circumstances, perhaps she can consider whether there is another friend or family member who can become her legal guardian until she reaches age 18. This would likely require her parents to consent, but it may present a "legal" way that she can move out of her parent's home.
You must be 16 to apply for emancipation.
However, anyone that cares about the 14 year old can seek Court orders removing her from the home.
We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options.
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