Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Teenage Runaway

What is the age limit for a child to be considered a runaway, by law.


Asked on 6/06/07, 4:47 am

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Re: Teenage Runaway

When a child turns 17, they are still a minor, but not chargeable as a runaway. If the child's location is known to law enforcement/the parents, then the child is also not a missing person.

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Answered on 6/06/07, 7:32 pm


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