2006-06-15 13:28:34 · 10 answers · asked by hjamiepow 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
12, and if there is a younger child they can both go on the stand. never split them up...
2006-06-15 13:38:21 · answer #1 · answered by wolf1230pack 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the stae laws. Most generally a childs testimony is admissable in court if it is relevant and deemed necessary by the judge. But under the age of 18 the court will decide what is best for the child.
2006-06-15 20:34:41 · answer #2 · answered by Sean L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
18
2006-06-15 20:31:25 · answer #3 · answered by dannym7500 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most states the judge will listen to what the child has to say and, based on the child's age and maturity, weigh the child's wants with the rest of the evidence.
2006-06-15 20:33:13 · answer #4 · answered by lifeisgood 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends. Some say 12. Others say after a child is evaluated by a psychiatrist and they o.k the child to say what he wants in court.
2006-06-15 20:31:43 · answer #5 · answered by Maimee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It varies but usually at 12 the judge will take the child's wishes into consideration. I think they have to be 14 before they can actually make their own choice.
2006-06-15 20:33:18 · answer #6 · answered by passion8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most courts, I believe would let a 16yr have a say. but then it does depend on what the child is to have a say about.
2006-06-15 20:37:20 · answer #7 · answered by cats3inhouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that it's either 12 or 13 but I'm not certain.
2006-06-15 20:33:50 · answer #8 · answered by bettywitdabigbooty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be twelve or 14 i am not sure though you would have to ask a lawyer!
2006-06-15 20:38:08 · answer #9 · answered by Fast Steve 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think its 12 you can
2006-06-15 20:32:47 · answer #10 · answered by angel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋