Im living with my mom and i dont at all get along with her, and Im just wondering if I have the choise of living with my dad
2007-08-19 04:48:10 · 16 answers · asked by Doll 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
i don't think so!!
2007-08-19 04:52:45 · answer #1 · answered by 100% ♥Creole♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon which state you live in; they all have similar but different laws. It could be 12 or 14. I don't believe the courts intervene , except by suit filed by one of the parents, before age 12. Have you just asked your mom if you can go live with your dad? I am not trying to make light of your wishes to live with your dad, but at some time or other, almost every child whose parents are divorced wishes he or she could go live with the parent they are not living with. Think long and hard about this, please.
2007-08-19 04:56:39 · answer #2 · answered by claudiacake 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The usual age a child can ask to change guardianship is 12. It is very usual for a child to wish to live with the non-custodial parent during their life. The visiting parent often is seen as the saviour. Due to limited contact mostly FUN times are with this parent and none of the day to day issues get a chance to show themselves. Unless there is other circumstances where you cannot live with the other parent you might want to ask your Mother if you could have a trial period with you dad.
2007-08-19 04:55:41 · answer #3 · answered by luteachris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends entirely on the divorce. Maybe your dad can't take you in for legal reasons, and your mom is the only one. You need to ask both parents, or the lawyer, what exactly went on during the divorce. My mom is a lawyer, so I know exactly what I'm talking about.
But usually you have to be 13 or 14 to choose where you want to live. And if you can't live with your dad, then go live with a friend or relative for a while.
2007-08-19 04:55:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally it is around the age of 14. But there is one big issue. Your parents are going to have to go back to court to get the living arrangements and child support papers change. And I don't know if you understand that it will cost a lot of money. Have you talked to your Dad about your living arrangements and discussed with him about the option of moving in with him?
2007-08-19 04:57:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most judges look at ages 12-13. Depends on the state I would imagine. Ask the attorney.
2007-08-19 04:53:40 · answer #6 · answered by Barney 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good Question ........
Well the answer depends are where you are, and is your dad ready to do the legal work needed to make it work.
The rule of thumb after twelve years of age you can assist in making a "informed" decision in where you live and with whom.
You get a vote ... but the court will decide whats best for you.
Good Luck.
2007-08-19 05:11:05 · answer #7 · answered by John 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some states are 10 or 12 not sure which state you are in. but yes most statesi would think but be very careful what you do. sometimes being with mom is better and you are going to be sorry. i mean if there is step mom around be careful they never care for a step child no matter ho whard they try.
2007-08-22 15:55:01 · answer #8 · answered by Tsunami 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It varies state to state. In some the age is 13. You would have to check the state that you live in to get the answer to that question.
2007-08-19 04:52:05 · answer #9 · answered by firemouse23 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on the state but i believe it is 12 yrs of age when a child can decide which parent he wants to live with.
2007-08-19 04:54:34 · answer #10 · answered by bubba 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe 14. But you better check state laws, or even the emancipation process. No solution is inexpensive, but call your dad and see about getting a court date to file for him getting full custody. It's a shot.....good luck.
2007-08-19 04:54:13 · answer #11 · answered by imrt70 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋