Q: I am almost 18 and my girlfriend is almost 16 can she live with me if I move out at 18?
I don't feel it is safe for my girlfriend to live in her current home and It was brought up that she wanted to live with me when I got an apartment or home. Would it be possible to legally have her live with me or will there be problems with it?
A: While the is no problem with an adult (over 18) leaving home, there are concerns with a minor leaving home. The real issue for the minor is that parental consent would be required for her to leave. Even then, it would likely be in all parties' interests to continue to formally list the minor's primary residence with her parents. An unrelated potential issue is that some lease agreements require a disclosure of all people living at the rental. Since an emancipated minor would have difficulty signing or appearing on a lease for legal reasons, it might be an issue having the minor permanently stay with you (even if parental consent was provided). The minor can visit you and can spend significant times with you at an apartment (assuming parental consent).
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