Can you get emancipated in New York at age 17?

Answer 1

New York does not have grounds nor procedures for emancipation of minors. It is however the legal right of every individual to petition the court for a decree of emancipation. The basic requirement is that the minor be able to present substantiated evidence they can conduct their personal affairs without adult involvement. This means being gainfully employed, paying for their own food, shelter, clothing, medical care, continuing education (if applicable) and so forth.

Answer 2

New York State does not issue "emancipation orders". A child may only be emancipated as a part of some other court action, such as when a parent thinks he should not have to pay to support an emancipated child.

If there is no official court process for becoming emancipated, what conditions must I meet to be considered emancipated?

In order to be considered emancipated, you must:

· Be over the age of 16

· Not live with either of your parents (unless you live away from home only because of school, camp, college, or other temporary situation)

· Not receive any financial support from your parents (unless a court has ordered them to pay you support or you only receive benefits that you are entitled to, such as Social Security)

· Have your own job as your main source of income (unless your job is only a summer or vacation job)

· Not be in foster care, or under court ordered supervision

You can also be considered emancipated if you:

· Enter the military

· Get married

A child might be considered emancipated if he/she leaves his/her parents home without a good reason. The child must also refuse to obey the reasonable demands of his/her parents. If the child leaves for a good reason, however, (such as child abuse) the parents will most likely still have to support their child. If that child is under 16, however, they will not be emancipated and will only fall under the supervision of Family Court.

Answer 3

New York does not have an emancipation statue.

Answer 4

No, the legal age of majority for the state is 18, until that time, or until a court rules otherwise, a minor remains under the authority and custody of their parent(s) or legal guardian.

Answer 5

If you don't mind being homeless, yes. At 16, you don't have the legal right to live anywhere but with your parents/guardians.

Answer 6

There is no emancipation status in New York.

Answer 7

The age of majority in New York is 18. Until then you are the responsibility of your parents. They determine where you live and much of what you can do.

Answer 8

Moving out does not emancipate you. In New York you must be 18 to move out without permission.

Answer 9

If you have parental permission. Until you are an adult, 18 in New York, your parents are responsible for you. That includes determining where you live.