Legal Question in Medical Leave in New York

how old does he have to be?

I was wondering at what age is a child able -by law -to decide which parent he wishes to live with on a permanent basis?


Asked on 4/19/01, 3:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: how old does he have to be?

16. Some courts listen at 14. Others

if the child is mature, will take the

child's wishes into consideration at 12.

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Answered on 6/13/01, 7:58 am


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