Most states have an "age of consent" law that deals with who the child would rather live with. Most states is about 13 years of age, but state laws vary. The best way, is to consult a family law attorney. This is probably a question that the attorney would answer free, and would be able to tell you the best way to begin proceedings. * Minor children are not allowed to choose with whom they wish to live regardless of the state where they reside. In some cases the judge will speak with the child about pertinent issues, not about their feelings toward either parent. The decision of custody is always based on the best interest of the child and not the preference of other persons. Age of consent (AOC) laws do not pertain to whether or not a minor can choose with whom the wish to reside, that is a decision for the court and only the court.
Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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the leagal age for a child to move out on there own is 18 years old. it use to be 21 years old. 18 is not old enough for a child to be making life long decisions but the law in New Jersey says that a child is concidered an adult at the age of 18.17 and below are not old enough to be moving out on your own even if you are living with friends. besides at 17 you some of you are still putting your shoes on backwards and waring michmatch socks stay home so these life long choices and decisions can be made for you.you are only a child for a short time but you are an adult for a life time.
Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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Only Indiana and Texas has laws setting out a specific age at which a child can make a choice the court is requiredto abide by, and even than there are some limitations. With those states, it is age 14. In all other states, the general rule of thumb is that a 12 year old can express and opinion, however the judge is under not legal obligation to consider, or even hear it. In either case, a motion to the court must be filed for a determination to be made. However, the child should be informed that there are alternatives to choosing to live with just one parent. The child should also be advised they can express a choice that they remain in one home and each parent can live with them for a designated period of time, than switch. This is called Bird Nest Custody.
Check link below for more info.No, that is the purpose of joint physical custody. 50% of the time with one parent, 50% with the other. The only way it can be changed is by court order and a child cannot initiate such a proceeding. When the child reaches the age of majority in NJ (18), they can make this decision without court intervention.
If you mean joint legal custody, where a child may physically reside with one parent the majority of the time but each parent has an equal right in making decisions regarding routine medical issues, education, and any other area that affects the welfare of the child, again that is by order of the court based on the judge's opinion of what is in the best interests of the child.
If the child isn't happy with that arrangement, they are free to make their wishes known to the judge, either in court when custody/visitation is being decided or request a modification to the original visitation order by requesting a meeting with the judge, writing a letter to the judge expressing their wishes, or engaging an attorney or guardian ad litem to speak for them. The judge will take into consideration the wishes of the child, and generally, the older the child, the more weight is given to those wishes.
Ultimately, however, the judge will rule depending on what he or she feels would be in the best interests of the child.
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A child under eighteen cannot make the decision of which parent to live with in any state. That decision is up to the court although some states have guidelines regarding how much weight a child's preference should have according to the child's age.A child under eighteen cannot make the decision of which parent to live with in any state. That decision is up to the court although some states have guidelines regarding how much weight a child's preference should have according to the child's age.A child under eighteen cannot make the decision of which parent to live with in any state. That decision is up to the court although some states have guidelines regarding how much weight a child's preference should have according to the child's age.A child under eighteen cannot make the decision of which parent to live with in any state. That decision is up to the court although some states have guidelines regarding how much weight a child's preference should have according to the child's age.
The guidelines are basically the same in every state but obviously there are a few minor differences. Joint custody consists of Primary Custody & Secondary Custody. The parent with primary custody is who the child lives with & the other parent has secondary custody. Depending on the age of the child & the state in which they reside, the court may let them determine where they choose to live. Or if both parents agree on the child's decision then the child can live with either parent.
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No, but see the related question.
Well, if court says your child does not have to ever see the other parent then yes. But if not then no.
In the state of Alababma a child can make a decision on with custodial parent to live with at the age of 12.
No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.No. One parent cannot remove a child from the state where they live if the other parent has joint custody or visitation rights. You need court approval. If the non-custodial parent objects the court will hear their objections, evaluate the reasons for the move and render a decision.
A child cannot decide which parent to live with in the state of South Dakota because they are considered a minor. Only a person over 18 years of age can choose the parent they will stay with.
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it is up to you if you want to grant your child permission to chose which parent to live with, in the state of NJ they do not give minors this power
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Prove the household unfit.