Legal Question in Family Law in Utah

16 year old emancipation

What steps are taken to legally become emancipated?


Asked on 3/26/07, 4:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.

Re: 16 year old emancipation

You can file a petition for emancipation with the district court in the county where you live. If you can convince the court that you can support and care for yourself the judge MAY emancipate you. However, before you make this decision, I strongly suggest that you see a counselor. Free or low cost counseling is available through your school, or through your local mental health department.

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Answered on 3/26/07, 9:35 pm


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