Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
legal age for a minor to leave his/her gardian/parent
What is the legal age for a minor to leave his/her parent/gardian's home and when does a minor legaly become an adult?
Asked on 5/09/98, 8:56 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Basil Landon Hoyl, Jr.
Law Office of Basil Hoyl - Safeco Land Title
Legal age for children to take actions
A child is responsible for criminal actions in the adult system at age 17, without any waiver by the juvenile court. They may execute contracts at 18. Drinking takes longer. At 17, you won't be able to get the police to bring them home, but until they are 18, anyone who harbors them when they are absent from your home without your permission may be jailed.
Answered on 6/11/98, 4:40 pm
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