Legal Question in Family Law in Minnesota

legal age child

What is the legal age that a child can choose what parent it wants to live with. that the judge wont denie


Asked on 1/18/08, 9:10 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Jennifer Moore Moore Family Law, P.A.

Re: legal age child

There is no specific age in Minnesota. As the child grows older, the Court gives greater weight to a children's wishes, but that is only one factor considered by the Court in considering the child's best interests.

Read more
Answered on 1/24/08, 4:49 pm
Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

Re: legal age child

A child never gets to make that decision until they are 18. Instead, court orders must be followed unless or until they are modified by a new court order. They may be modified if the change is determined to be in the child's best interests. As part of that process, the court will consider the desires of a child that is of suitable age and maturity. As the child matures, the more persuasive their opinion may be, but in the end, the court must consider all factors when rendering its decision.

For Minnesota information visit divorceprofessionals.com

Read more
Answered on 1/29/08, 12:43 am
Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

Re: legal age child

A child never gets to make that decision until they are 18. Instead, court orders must be followed unless or until they are modified by a new court order. They may be modified if the change is determined to be in the child's best interests. As part of that process, the court will consider the desires of a child that is of suitable age and maturity. As the child matures, the more persuasive their opinion may be, but in the end, the court must consider all factors when rendering its decision.

For Minnesota questions visit divorceprofessionals.com

Read more
Answered on 1/29/08, 12:48 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption questions and answers in Minnesota