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Shawneec
Apr 12, 2012, 09:06 AM
I'm trying to figure out if somebody can be emancipated at the age of 14 or 15 in the state of Indiana?
JudyKayTee
Apr 12, 2012, 09:11 AM
Indiana has no specific laws re: emancipation. It's a case-by-case judgment by a Judge.
The minor needs to prove -
1. He/she WANTS to be free from parental protection;
2 - no longer needs parental supervision/control;
3 - this is permanent and he/she is now legally responsible for himself/herself AND THAT INCLUDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT;
4 - has sufficient money to support himself/herself;
5 - can live - and has plans and arrangements in place - to live INDEPENDENTLY.
An Attorney can help you. Of course, if it's a situation which is dangerous for the minor CPS or a similar service can step in.
Fr_Chuck
Apr 12, 2012, 10:12 AM
Yes, do you have
1. money saved to pay for court costs and to move out.
2. a job to afford your own apartment and living costs.
3. A plan you can prove that shows you can continue your education and still work and support yourself.
4 prove a reason you need to be. Normlly just not wanting to live there is not a accepted reason