a father and daughter are very happy together. This is a joint custody case where the mother has physical custody. the father would like the next few years to raise his child. There is no abuse on either side.
2006-11-09 00:48:49 · 9 answers · asked by study.fam 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
I think 16 in most states. You may want to consult an attorney. He will have the answer.
2006-11-09 00:51:00 · answer #1 · answered by Patti T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
12
2006-11-09 00:51:21 · answer #2 · answered by michaelyoung_airforce 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To the best of my knowledge the magic number is 14. In a few states I believe that the courts will waive the age to 12, but I think it really depends upon your judge.
It is, unfortunately, tough for dads to get custody unless they can prove the mother unfit. However, if his daughter is requesting the change perhaps some concessions can be made.
Your best bet here is to get ahold of your attorney and figure out the best course of action. Make sure you include your daughter in every step and that there is no mud-slinging from your side. Good luck!
2006-11-09 00:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by dancing_in_the_hail 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each state is different, and I am not up on Massachusetts law. But as a rule, if there are no psychological or emotional problems or issues in the family, a judge will consider the wishes of the minor child at around age 15 when hearing the case.
2006-11-09 00:52:31 · answer #4 · answered by kja63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the mother is saying yes and giving you the daughter then age doesn't matter, if she has a problem with it then i think 12.
2006-11-09 01:09:15 · answer #5 · answered by soccer2music 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally, the child can't really choose, but the court will listen to a teenager's desire, and if all parties are amenable, may allow the change.
2006-11-09 00:58:11 · answer #6 · answered by Zyrilia 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well in any state i the u.s. i think is is 14 or 15
2006-11-09 00:50:54 · answer #7 · answered by Olivia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get an agreement amoung yourselves ,as long as you both agree, and check with the courts for advice
2006-11-09 00:55:12 · answer #8 · answered by elizabeth_davis28 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think its 12
2006-11-09 00:51:44 · answer #9 · answered by greengrass 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋