Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: What are the processes of getting an emancipation?

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NOW, IN RESPONSE TO YOUR INQUIRY --

For an emancipation, I would say that most lawyers require a retainer of $500 to $1000 dollars (more or less, some of which may be refundable).

You might be able to do it yourself, however. Take a look at:

http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/juvenile/emancipation/

Thanks for sharing your interesting inquiry, and good luck with your case.

Re: What are the processes of getting an emancipation?

You could wait until you are 18 and there would be no cost. The forms for emancipation are designed to be simple to prepare. The legislative order was that the forms should be designed to allow an individual in your position to fill them out unassisted. your only out of pocket costs would be the cost of the forms, which you can get for free at accesslaw.com and the court filing fee.