Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland
teenagers leaving their home
Is a teenager at the age of 17 allowed to move out of her home without getting in trouble legally and have to move back? And can that teenager move out of state?
Asked on 1/30/07, 3:47 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher
Wagshal and Sher
Re: teenagers leaving their home
A 17 year old is a minor, therefore still legally under the control of her parents. Without her parents' consent, she's subject to being picked up by the police and returned home.
Answered on 1/30/07, 4:15 pm
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