At what age can a child decide where they want to live in Texas?
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At what age can a child decide where they want to live in Texas?
Although children cannot officially decide which parent they want to live with until they are 18 years old, Texas law does allow children that are 12 or older to have a say in where they’d like to live, but ultimately a judge will make the final decision.
Who decides where a child goes to school?
Litigation: If it can’t be agreed, you’ll need to ask a family law judge to make an order about where your child attends school. Remember: Court is expensive, and it can take up to 18 months to get a judgement.
Can a 16 year old choose where they want to live?
There is no fixed age when a child can decide on where they should live in a parenting dispute. Instead their wishes are one of many factors a court will consider in reaching a decision. That time is not attached to any specific age, but is rather the product of maturity and a level of independence.
Can you move out at 14 without parental consent?
When you’re under 16, your parents or carers have a responsibility to keep you safe. That means that you can’t decide to move out and your parents can’t ask you to leave. If you leave home without your parents’ or carers’ permission, the police have the right to take you home if it’s safe to.
