2007-02-21 14:02:35 · 6 answers · asked by TootsFL 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
In Ohio, at age 12 a child is allowed to voice an opinion, but if the judge/referee doesn't think the chosen parent is in the child's best interest...it can be denied.
The only state where the child is allowed to actually choose, is Georgia at age 14.
"An Ohio statute previously gave a twelve year old child the right to elect which parent would be designated as the custodial parent for him or her. The statute was repealed (revoked or canceled) in 1990. A child no longer has the right to choose which parent he or she will primarily live with."
2007-02-21 14:05:04 · answer #1 · answered by Lisa E 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know if Ohio is any different but, usually 14 is the age from what I have seen.
2007-02-21 22:05:40 · answer #2 · answered by wingedladyk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most Judicial Courts will take into consideration a childs wishes at age 14 years HOWEVER, it doesn't mean that is what they will order. They will do what they feel is in the best interest of the child.
2007-02-21 22:06:43 · answer #3 · answered by ~Me~ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no its not 18!! its 14, no matter the state...
2007-02-21 22:05:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think in any state it is 18...
2007-02-21 22:04:19 · answer #5 · answered by Grandma of six 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thirteen. I should know, I created that law.
2007-02-21 22:05:59 · answer #6 · answered by OneRadTaco 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋