could emancipation work for me?

Question

Im 17 and living in california. I have read a substantial amount of information about emancipation and they all basically state the same rules. I am going to be 18 in august, and although i do not currently have a job i have heared that certain assets might cover that section of emancipation. what are they? My dad left my family and my mom lives with her sister. i am living with my grandmother. My mom is trying to make our lives better however i know that i can do a better job of taking care of myself. do i have to be in immediate danger or have to have a explicit reason to be emancipated?, or if i prove that i can pull my own weight does that automatically mean i can be emancipated? I would also like to know how long the process takes. I have about 7 months to go and i can do alot in 7 months. If anyone can just tell me what the judge is particularly looking for, or if anyone can tell me what is the main thing i need to watch out for in this process. There is violence or drug abus

I am still in school and im going to remain in school. All i need now is the job and although there is no abuse or neglect that dosn't mean i cant get emancipated...right?

Answer 1

you need to prove to the judge that you are still studying since you are still under age, you also need to prove to the judge that you can pay your own apartment and bills. you need a job for at least 6 months and a savings account that proves you have the money to pay your own rent and electricity. staying with your grandmother is not proof enough.. to be an adult you have to carry your own weight...save your filing fee. the fact that you are staying with your grandma is sufficient proof that your mother has a place for you to stay since your grandma agreed to this.. and since your grandma is paying for your food. the best chance to get rights over you is your grandma.. you don't have a chance. now the state can take over you if you contact them but if you are pregnant or something like that the state can charge the father of the child if you are pregant with rape even thought that the father is under age he can be charged with rape...my advice is to sit it out. 7 months past fast . get a job now so when you become an adult you move out if you are not happy...if you have no place to go and no money you can join the army. keep it under 2 years so you wont be going to a place of war if you join. or if you do make good grades apply for a student grant and become something and stay at the dorms...of the college..

Answer 2

Hello,
The judge is looking to see that you can support yourself, have a home for yourself, and be productive in society. You only have 7 months to go... I wouldnt waste the $ to become emancipated... I would encourage you to go out get a job, go to school... and if there is drugs and violence call your local police department on those using the drugs. you must be a strong person as you have made it 17 years... 7 months should seem like a cake walk.

Answer 3

I was emancipated at 15yrs old in MA. I wouldn't suggest going through the process unless....A)you have the money for a lawyer and B) you understand that it can take up to a year before it goes through.

I'm sorry about your situation, I suggest finding a legal advocate that will work for free and finding out what they can do for you. The best case is always to have a good lawyer on your side.

Also to be emancipated, you need a more then good reason. In my case my legal guardian died and my parents wanted to take custody of me but for selfish reasons. I was working and going to school.....a judge has to feel comfortable that you can take care of yourself. If you present that the situation is bad at home, that isn't enough. Because then the judge can just rule for you to be placed in the system.

Best of luck and email if you have any questions!

Answer 4

To make a long answer short hold on for 7 more months.The judge is NOT going to emancipate you for one simple reason.You have not held steady employement for ONE full year(12mos)I work in the courtroom and I guarantee the judge will not emancipate in your case.It does'nt matter what kind of assets you have the judge's main focus is on your ability to be able to hold gainful employment.. for an extended period of time like I said a minimum of one year.Sorry but that's the fact's you will not be emancipated for those simple reasons.

Answer 5

You have to have a reason to be emancipated. You do not state one. Is your father paying child support, are you planning on continuing you education, are you planning on getting a full time job to support yourself. These all must be answered first, i would suggest that you go and speak with an attorney.

Answer 6

Try legal aid. They should be listed in the phone book. Why not
just live with your grandmother at least until you are 18? Are you
through with school or a have your GED? You need to do that.
Education is the best tool you can have in life. Good luck to you

Answer 7

The judge will ask you why you want to be emancipated and will ask your mother why she thinks you want to be. And since you are staying with your grandmother he might want to hear from her.

If you sound like you are the smarter and more mature of the group and it doesn't sound like you are doing this just to indulge in pleasures that the others are protecting you from you stand a good chance of being emancipated.

Answer 8

Only seven months? I think u should just wait to be 18 to move out. For now just get a part time job and save up your money. Reality is harsh and if u move out now u may not be able to afford the dream apartment or the dream college. It's best just to wait and save up money.