Q: I'm 15, soon to be 16 and my mom said she's fine with me moving out. But I live in Ohio, so what can I do.
A: Ohio does not allow it. Your mother is legally obligated to continue supporting you. If you move out, she could face legal problems, and you could land in juvenile detention. See this link: https://www.ohiobar.org/forpublic/resources/lawyoucanuse/pages/lawyoucanuse-255.aspx If you are living with her under a parenting order of a court, then she or your other parent could file in court to change the parenting order. If you and she have difficulties getting along, as is common between teens and parents, then seek counseling or talk to a teacher, family member, or other trusted adult.
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