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Only Texas has that law, but with significant restrictions. In all other states, it's a case by case basis, with the Judge interpreting the maturity of the child, and their intent, but this still does not override other evidence in the child's best interest. It's just a piece of the evidence.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe child can decide whatever it wants. But the parents can have the custody ruling enforced, regardless of what the child wants; to actually change the ruling, they'll have to go back to court and seek a modification. The court may (or may not) take the child's wishes into consideration.
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How do you petition the court for a child 12 years old to choose to live with a parent?
A 12yo child is not allowed to choose where to live so if the parents have decided on this they have to go to court to change the custody order.
How old can a child have to be in the state of Idaho to choose which parent they want ot live with if they have joint custody?
I believe that the minimum age is 12.
What is the process for a child age 12 to choose which parent he wants to live with?
There is no such process. A child of 12 is not allowed to choose.
What age do you have to be to choose to live with your mother or father when the aunt has custody?
i think that its 12
Can a 12 year old choose which parent they want to live with in texas?
In TX at the age of 12 the court will *consider* the child's wishes regarding who is awarded custody. That does not mean the court is required to abide by the child's wishes. The court considers *all* factors (not just the child's wishes but the parents wishes to) when making the final decision.
Can a child of 12 years old decide parental custody in Florida?
no, see links below
Can a child of 12 years old decide parental custody in Virginia?
no see links below
What can a child do if the child does not want to live with the custodial parent in the state of Texas?
If custody has already been decided or is in the process of being determined, Texas state law says a child of age 12 or older can meet with the judge (upon the request of a parent or other legal guardian) so their feelings and wishes can be made known and taken into consideration when child custody (or modification to an existing custody arrangement) is granted. If the child is under the age of 12, the judge may or may not meet with the child, but at age 12 and older, it is legally required. Ultimately, custody is awarded to the person or agency who will act in the best interests of the child. This opinion may be at odds with what the child feels but as the child gets older, so his or her views are normally given more weight in the decision.
How old does a child have to be to choose if they want to visit father or not?
12.
Would get a fine if your child is home alone under the age of 12?
Very likely you could lose custody of your under-12 child if you leave him/her at home alone. You could be charged with child endangerment and prosecuted.
Your ex has joint custody He is current on child support but never signed up through Attn Gen ordered 3 12 yrs ago 6 mos ago he moved to Costa Rica Does he still have joint custody rights?
You could file for a court date that will address the fact that he is living so far away and that you do not believe that he should maintain joint custody but unless they choose to change the verdict then he still has joint custody.
In Maryland can a 12 yr old child choose to live with grandparent if divorced custodial parent home is not safe?
A minor can not choose where to live. Your grandparents can apply for custody after the parental rights have been given up or taken from your parents by the court. If you are living in a unsafe environment you have to tell someone or call the CPS.
