Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Please help me

Im 16 years old and my home is very mentaly abusive. i have a parent that lives in california and i wanted to know what is the legal age to move out of the house to go live with my other parent with out them making me come back.


Asked on 5/07/01, 11:47 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Amy L. Finch, 845-362-0387 Amy L. Finch, Attorney and Counselor at Law

Re: Please help me

You can leave the home at the age of majority. However, if you are in an abusive situation, you can call Child Protective Services. Also, contact a local shelter and ask for their help.

As far as living with your other parent, this is something you should consult with him or her about. I doubt your parent here would go all the way to California to get you to come back.

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Answered on 6/20/01, 3:19 pm

Re: Please help me

You have reached the magic age of 16

Have your California parent arrange for a

Petition to be filed. Summertime is best

because there will be no school disruption

mid year

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Answered on 6/20/01, 9:51 pm


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