Legal Question in Family Law in California

my name is danielle and im 17 years old. im emotionally and mentally abused by my parents. I know they are using drugs again. I dont want to live in that kind of enviorment, i have married couple that are close friends who want to take me in and take care of and help me. can you be imancipated if your paents are unfit and you have someone that can finantually and physically take care of you?


Asked on 7/23/11, 1:22 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Kimberly Burke Law Office of Kimberly R. Burke

The couple that wants to help you can apply for guardianship. If your parents are unfit, other relatives are notified (they don't have to agree, but they must be notified and given the opportunity to object), and the proposed guardians are capable, having them appointed as guardians would likely be your best option.

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Answered on 7/24/11, 9:36 pm


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