How does a minor get emancipated in Indiana?

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The state does not have an emancipation status. Emancipation cases are accepted on individual basis, however, very seldom does the court grant early emancipation rights to a minor.

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Here's a link with some info on emancipation in Indiana:

http://www.bostoncoop.net/lcd/emancipation/indiana.html

I also found this link, which I thought was interesting, and from what I've heard from other people (attorneys, court officials, etc), it's accurate in the regard that emancipation is actually a rare thing (which is not to say that it doesn't occur):

http://experts.about.com/q/920/1212970.htm

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Subject:Minor Emancipation

Question I know you practice law in Indiana, but I am trying to find out what age a minor has to be to petition for emancipation in Kentucky. I've searched the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Any ideas where I can look to find the minimum age?

Answer I don't think there is a minimum age to file for emancipation. YOu file if you are younger than 18. What you have to show is a plan for living, a plan for supporting yourself and employment. It is a VERY rare thing, VERY. In the 12 years I have practiced I have never seen it done. It is done for professional athletes, like ice skater, etc. It is a very rare thing for a normal, average citizen.

Denise F. Hayden Attorney at Law Indianapolis IN USA

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The state does not have grounds nor procedures for the emancipation of a minor. Indiana Family Services investigate reported cases of child abuse and/or neglect and take the appropriate action needed. Emancipation of a minor is only allowed for the purpose of said minor receiving medical care or in some cases for a pregnant minor to be eligible for public assistance. In such cases the minor will be under the supervision of the division of state social services.

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