Legal Question in Family Law in Utah

I want to live on my own at 16, is there anyway?

I want to live on my own, but i am only 16, well turning sixteen in a few weeks, and i dont know like my parents arent abusive towards me in anyway but i just dont like them and hate living with them, i just wish there was another way i could live my life.. without them, so if theres any type of thing i could do please let me know. Thank you


Asked on 8/16/06, 7:16 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Alvin Lundgren Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.

Re: I want to live on my own at 16, is there anyway?

Consider the following options: (1) You can apply to become an emancipated minor, which requires a court action and proof that you can take care of yourself without assistance from your parents. (2) Get some counseling for yourself, and hopefully your parents will participate, so you can solve the problems with your parents. It seems easy to solve child-parent problems by running away, but the better way is to confront the problems and work out a solution. As you get older you will find many situations you dislike. Rather than getting away from the problem, learn how to solve them. You will be happier and far more successful in life. You can get help through your school, church or through county mental health programs. Good luck.

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Answered on 8/17/06, 10:48 am


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