Legal Question in Family Law in Utah

What age can a child choose to live with their parent?


Asked on 1/21/10, 9:31 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.

19. Prior to that age the preference of the child is one of many criteria the courts use to determine custody. The parents make decisions that are in the best interests of the child. The child does not get to dictate to the parents.

Try counseling or mediation.

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Answered on 1/26/10, 9:56 am
Cory Wall Cory R. Wall, Attorney at Law, P.C.

18, when the child becomes an adult.

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Answered on 1/26/10, 1:14 pm


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