Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

I am a 17 year old female. I will be 18 in june. Having home issues and would like to move now. I am a high school graduate and I am in my first year as a full time college student. Am I considered an adult?


Asked on 1/21/14, 7:31 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan Shimberg Shimberg and Crohn, P.C.

No - you are under 18. You have to formally seek emancipation. Go to the local courthouse and ask for the forms. If you are within months of being 18, it may not be worth the effort. From a practical standpoint, if you move out, do you think your parents will do anything. But unless you are emancipated, they would theoretically have control over your money. Decide what is important and take action.

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Answered on 1/22/14, 4:33 am


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