Legal Question in Family Law in New York

16 years olds

Can a 16 year old leave home, or can the police force that child to return home if she choses not to do so.


Asked on 10/05/07, 8:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Colleluori The Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori & Associates PLLC

Re: 16 years olds

A 16 year old can be forced to remain in her families home. She may not move out unless she is emancipated by the court is permitted to marry or turns 18 years of age.

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Answered on 10/12/07, 2:05 am


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