Legal Question in Family Law in California
i will be having a baby 2 months after i turn 17. Can i legally move out of my parents house once the baby is born? I am in California.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Having a child does not emancipate you. Although you can make decisions regarding your child you are still a minor. You did not state where you would go if you moved out of your parents home, and how you would support yourself? You should discuss your situation with a counselor or an adult that you are comfortable with. Caring for a new born takes a tremendous amount of time and energy. Many communities have facilities to house young women in your situation. These facilities also provide counseling to assist you in making decisions. You need to know all of your options and the positive and negative side of these options. Then you will be in the best position to make the best choice.