Can a 17 year old decide what parent he wants to live?

Answer 1

Yes, the can. However most of the time they will let a child of over 15 choose for themself, depending on the situation. * Minors are never allowed to choose with whom they want to reside. In some situations a judge will interview the minor child in attempt to learn pertinent information, such as if the minor likes the school they are attending, their neighborhood, and so forth. A judge always basis the decision on what is in the best interest of the minor child and not on the preference of any of the involved parties.

Answer 2

Yes 17 year olds can move out when ever they want. It's up to you if you do or not. * The legal age of majority in all states except Nebraska is 18 (not 17); in Nebraska it is 19. In the circumstances cited where custody is shared, the parent objecting would be able to obtain a court order to keep the minor from moving from the residence or have the minor moved to his or her residence if they chose to take such action.

Answer 3

That completely depends on where you live and the age of majority there (when the state deems a child old enough to make such decisions).

In the United States, age of majority may be as low as 18 and as high as 21 depending on the state.

However, almost all states allow the child, a parent or a guardian ad litem to write to the judge and/or petition the court for modification of the original custody agreement. The child's wishes will be taken into consideration and the older they are, the more weight will be assigned to them. But ultimately, it is the court's responsibility to decide what is in the best interests of the child, even though the child may not agree with that decision.

Answer 4

Certainly you can, unless there is a court order saying otherwise. Parents have the ability to choose where their children live. With their permission you can live anywhere that is safe.

Answer 5

In many states, judges give weight to a child's desire of where to live after the age of 13 generally. But that does not mean the judge has to agree with it.