Q: I'm 16 and I no longer want to live with my Mom anymore, but she refuses to let me live with my Dad. What should I do?
I want to live with my Dad to have a better and happier life. My mother and I don't get alone and I'm completely unhappy. My dad and I understand and listen to each other not to mention we work as a team to solve an issue. I really CANNOT live here anymore, so what can I do to live with my Dad??
He lives in Texas.
A: Practically speaking, there's not much you can do. However, you can legally file for an emancipation. Google states "A minor child sixteen years or older may petition the court through a parent, legal guardian, or guardian ad litem to become legally emancipated for (sic). If the court finds that the minor child is financially independent of the parents, emancipation will likely be granted. Good luck!
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