Q: At what age can an autistic minor choose which parent to live with?
A: A minor child in the State of Georgia can file an election of custody at the age of 14, however, that election is a rebuttable presumption that it is in the child's best interest. The child's mental capacity may be taken into account in determining whether the election is in the child's best interest.
Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer
A: I agree with my colleague, at 14 they may have input, but that doesn't mean their wishes will be granted. There are other factors that will be taken into consideration. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558 HomerJordan.com
A: The law doesn't modify the ages for parental selection based on disabilities. It really is for the court to determine whether it is in the child's best interests to live with the parent selected and to determine whether the child has made this decision independently.
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