If I’m a senior in high school, do I need my father’s consent to move out of his house and into my mother’s before I graduate, even though I am 18?
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If I’m a senior in high school, do I need my father’s consent to move out of his house and into my mother’s before I graduate, even though I am 18?
Asked on September 10, 2012 under Family Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You have hit the nail on the head as to the "technicality" of the support law in your state. Emancipation in Florida for the purposes of child support occur when child turns 18, or if child is in high school, then 19 or graduation from high school, whichever is later. Does that mean that you could not move out at 18? Maybe; maybe not. 18 means you are emancipated. The child support law is encated for purposes other than your concern here but your parent's custody agreement will also have a bearing on the issues relative to support. I am gathering that you Dad does not want you to move, correct? You are technically an adult and can indeed choose. But the support issue does need to be addressed. Good luck.
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