Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois
can someone explain what exactly emancipated means? in regards to a 17 year old who wants to move out of his mother's house and under her custody.
Asked on 12/07/10, 2:52 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
That means you can live on your own with no one to support you financially even though you are a minor. A court will not allow that if you may become dependent on public assistance.
Answered on 12/13/10, 4:35 pm