Q: I live in Colorado, I am almost 17 years old, I was wondering if my parents are legally allowed to make me quit my job?
My mom is always changing her mind about these things and I was wondering if she can legally force me to quit my job. Is there anything I can do to stop her?
A: Parents are allowed significant control and power over minors under their care. Courts (and social services) are generally very reluctant to review parental decisions unless their is clear evidence of parental abuse/neglect. I would say generally yes parent can prevent you from working, but cannot stop you by starving or beating you or locking you in the house for an unreasonable period of time. Your best approach is to try to convince your mother that your job is teaching you adult responsibilities and financial responsibility (or something like that).
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