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Can me Dad keep me in the state of Michigan?

Can my father legally keep me in the state of Michigan? My parents are divorced and I reside with my mother. When I’m 16 I plan on moving out of state but is it legal?

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Answer #1

It depends on who has legal custody/or joint - only other option ‘emancipation’ through the Courts (strict requirements)

MICHIGAN LAW: Age Emancipation petition allowed: “a child under 18 years of age” MCLS § 722.4, MCLS § 722.1 Age of Majority: 18 MCLS § 418.353 NOTE: Minimum drinking age is 21. See MCLS § 436.1701

Answer #2

i live in michigan and i sont see why you dont want to stay

Answer #3

You need to know who has custody of you. If it is joint custody both parents have to petition the court to emancipate you. If you mom has sole custody she can emancipate you. Once you are an emancipated minor you are free to leave Michgan. I spent some time there, it is a God awful state. Good luck.

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