2006-07-07 06:45:13 · 5 answers · asked by Roger M 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
It means your at legally free of guardian ship to make your own decisions
2006-07-07 06:48:16 · answer #1 · answered by castlemoon@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as an individual turns 18 he or she legally becomes an adult and is automatically emancipated from such parental custody and control. Likewise, when a minor marries or joins the armed forces (with parental consent and permission from the court), he or she becomes emancipated from his or her parents.
Although in some states a minor can become emancipated simply by declaring himself or herself emancipated, in California a minor over the age of 14 has to petition the court and obtain a declaration of emancipation from a judge à a complex proceeding
2006-07-07 06:48:16 · answer #2 · answered by Tim M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Literally it means "freed". Since this was in the divorce category, I am thinking you are using it in the context of children. Emancipation occurs when they reach the age of 18 and are considered adults or are otherwise on their own.
2006-07-07 06:50:47 · answer #3 · answered by spirus40 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check here.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emancipation_of_minors
2006-07-07 06:48:07 · answer #4 · answered by Skypilot49 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a divorce from your parents or guaridian.
2006-07-07 06:59:41 · answer #5 · answered by Christina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋