Q: I'm 17, my mom is very overbearing & verbally abusive. Could I legally live with my half sister in PA?
My mother is constantly screaming at my brother and I. I tell my therapist but..she doesn't wanna call social services or anything. She wants us out of that house, and said I could legally leave at 17 without emancipation. Is this true?
A: If your half sister is over 18 and wants to become your guardian you can ask her to do so and if your mother consents to this it will be easy to accomplish. I would recommend speaking to an attorney who is licensed in both Maryland and PA as you may need to file for guardianship in PA.
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