Is there anyway to not leave and stay?
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Is there anyway to not leave and stay?
I am 16, and my family is attempting to move to Canada permanently from
Springfield, Missouri. I have my reasons of course for not wanting to leave. I am
wondering if it is possible to stay here, even though they are leaving. Of
course, it would not be with my parent’s permission or approval. If there are any
possible options, I would love to know them, thank you.
Asked on February 27, 2018 under Family Law, Missouri
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
I am assuming that you are talking about emancipation. The state of Missouri does not have laws that permit emancipation of minors. The legal age of majority is 18. I guess if your parents consented to you staying with an adult they trusted you could stay. BUt otherwise, you are still obligated to go where they go. Change can be hard, but it not always bad. Good luck.
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