HELP!? Emancipation? What are my options?

Question

2 years ago, I was taken from my mom along with my sibs. because of "neglect".
I left to live with my dad and I came back in June 2007, but we didn't tell the Department about it.
My mom did her case plan and things are a lot better now.
But today, my mom said that the Department opened up a new case on me because I came back without telling them.
I've been going to school and I've been really happy and making great grades.
What can I do?
PLEASE HELP. I don't know how much time I have..

Can I get an emancipation?
I'm 16 and I live in Florida.

Is there ANYTHING I can do?

What might happen?

Answer 1

You probably can't, no.

The first and most important requirement for emancipation is that the minor be able to demonstrate that he or she has sufficient income and assets to be able to support herself without any help from the State or anyone else. VERY few 16 year olds can meet this requirement.

Second, you're already in violation of a department ruling, which will almost certainly kill any chance of emancipation.

BUT...... If you're attending school regularly, getting good grades, are happy and well cared for, your mother did the things her case plan called for her to do, and both your parents are happy with the current set up, there is no reason at all why the outcome of the new case shouldn't simply be that the Department formalizes the situation as it stands, and tells you to stay where you are.

Richard

Answer 2

In order to be emancipated in any state you have to be self supporting and financially stable. Start there.

Removal of the Disabilities of Nonage See Chapter 743 of the Florida Laws Must be at least 16 years of age Must have a petition filed by the minor�s natural or legal guardian or, if there is none, by a guardian ad litem. The court can appoint a GAL if necessary.

Answer 3

Check this link. It should answer your questions.
http://www.jlc.org/index.php/factsheets/emancipationus#f