Q: I'm 17 and live in Virginia. I need to get out of this house ASAP but I know my mother won't give consent. help?
A:
There are two methods of obtaining emancipation without a parents consent by statute: get married or join the military. Neither of these methods is wise if the sole reason is to simply get out of the house!
§ 16.1-333. Findings necessary to order that minor is emancipated
The court may enter an order declaring the minor emancipated if, after a hearing, it is found that: (i) the minor has entered into a valid marriage, whether or not that marriage has been terminated by dissolution; or (ii) the minor is on active duty with any of the armed forces of the United States of America; or (iii) the minor willingly lives separate and apart from his parents or guardian, with the consent or acquiescence of the parents or guardian, and that the minor is or is capable of supporting himself and competently managing his own financial affairs.
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