Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

My friend is 17 and he lives with his mom. His mom tends to get physical with him when she is mad, like smacking him across the face or whipping him with a belt, he is about to get a job and he wants to get emancipated, he has a place to live and a way to get to school he has 10 months until he is 18. we live in florida, is he able to get emancipated without his mother's consent(his father is out of the picture)?


Asked on 8/08/11, 7:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Sanford M. Martin Sanford M. Martin, P.A.

Under FL law, a minor of at least 16 yrs of age may be emancipated by court order. A parent or other adult representing the youth may petition the court. Of course, marriage will result in emancipation. Your friend is in a difficult situation. If his mother is unable to be reasonable, he should discuss the matter with a family friend, family assistance agency, or legal aid agency. The described physical abuse of the parent may justify his moving out.

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Answered on 8/09/11, 4:58 am


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