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How old does a child have to be to choose which parent they want to live with in the state of West Virginia?
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∙ 11y ago
It is a common misconception that children can chose which parent they want to live with when they reach a certain age. But the bottom line is, while a judge may question the child to see if he or she does have a preference and, if so, why, it is still up to the judge - not the child.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoYou could have the desired parent petition the court for your custody, however sixteen is the age at which you can make your own decision. .
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∙ 11y agoA minor can only express his opinion if the judge allows it, but the judge is in no way obligated to follow it so you have to be 18 to decide.
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∙ 11y agoThey have to be 18.
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