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    May 20, 2009, 07:22 PM
    IL age child can request custodial parent change
    At what age can an IL child request living with the current non-custodial parent? How do you go about this? Does it require a lawyer? If DCFS gets involved can they represent the child? Can the court appoint a guardian ad litum? Are IL judges typically compassionate if the child presents a compelling argument?
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    May 20, 2009, 07:27 PM

    A child can never request a change in custody. Only a judge can make a decision as to a change in custody.

    The non-custodial parent has to file for a modification of custody. The judge will listen to the child but make a decision based on the best interests of the child.
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    May 20, 2009, 07:53 PM

    The child can at 18 when they become a adult.

    There is nothing the child can do, the can testify in court if and when the non custodial parent files a motion for change in custody

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