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There may be some variation in different jurisdictions but generally, a child cannot make that decision. The child can express a desire to live with a particular parent but it will be up to the judge to decide if the other parent, presumably the one with physical custody, doesn't consent. A judge is under no obligation to approve of the child's choice. The judge will decide what placement is in thebestinterest of the child.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoThere may be some variation in different jurisdictions but generally, a child cannot make that decision. The child can express a desire to live with a particular parent but it will be up to the judge to decide if the other parent, presumably the one with physical custody, doesn't consent. A judge is under no obligation to approve of the child's choice. The judge will decide what placement is in the best interest of the child.
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∙ 14y agoIf you are the mother your parents have an overall say, if they say it is best for him to take the child then it will be done.
However if you are the father think for a minute, is the child better with the mother & grandparents or with you, also are you going to take care of a baby full time, if so who will earn the household living, think for a minute babies require a LOT of care & love if they don't get it they will be screwed up for life if it's better with the mother you can get visitation rights to see him/her.
This is Texas State law, it will vary by your state, but not much its all almost the same law everywhere, but just DO WHATS BEST FOR THE CHILD!!!
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∙ 14y agoI'm in NY and i stay home alone all weekend and tonight even. Four days i havn't seen my mother because her boyfriend is more important so i stuck with spaghetti o's. It's legal past 12 in NY it should be similar in California
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What age can you leave your kids at home alone?
In the of 10 the children can stay alone
What is the legal age a child can stay home alone in Delaware?
A child must be at least 12 years old to stay home alone in Delaware. At this age, they can also babysit other children and siblings.
What is the legal age for children to stay home alone in the Northwest Territories Canada?
12 it is 12
Who old do you have to be in PA to stay home alone?
you must be 12 to stay home alone
What is the legal age for children to stay at home alone in quebec?
According to the Quebec immigration/citizens' website, the legal age is 12 years or older. A child under 12 cannot stay home alone.
What is legal age for a child to stay home alone in Germany?
Children can stay home alone for a few hours with access to an adult at the age of 12. Children below the age of 12 cannot stay home alone for any length of time.?
What legal age do children have to be to stay home alone in the UK?
14
Can a 11 year old stay home alone in California?
No. Of course not. Children are not supposed to stay alone ever. You are completely responsible for your children all the time. If you need to leave, you must get a responsible adult to take over the care of your children until you can return. Never leave children alone. In some cases, teenagers who have proven to be responsible may be left alone. But it is dependent upon the age and the responsibilty level of the child.
What age can you leave your kids at home alone?
In the of 10 the children can stay alone
What is the legal age a child can stay home alone in Delaware?
A child must be at least 12 years old to stay home alone in Delaware. At this age, they can also babysit other children and siblings.
What is the legal age for children to stay home alone in the Northwest Territories Canada?
12 it is 12
Who old do you have to be in PA to stay home alone?
you must be 12 to stay home alone
What age can children stay home with someone else and thereself in California?
13 and older
Why children do not want to stay at home?
They don't want to stay home by themselves because it scares them being alone. They'll miss you. Kids don't won't be home by themselves
What is the legal age for children to stay at home alone in quebec?
According to the Quebec immigration/citizens' website, the legal age is 12 years or older. A child under 12 cannot stay home alone.
What is the legal age children can stay home under the supervision of a neighbor in Texas?
Is the neighbor in the house with them? If not, then your child should be 10years old before they can stay at home alone!!!
What are the home alone laws?
Your child supposedly has to be at least 8-9 years of age to stay at home alone for about 2-4 hours. If your child is 11 or older, she/he can babysit other children.
