Chicago, IL asked in Family Law for Ohio

Q: How can I get emancipated with enlisting and getting accepted into the military? Can I do it without parental consent?

I'm 17, im getting a job and hopefully an apartment, I got accepted into the Navy and I am trying to get emancipated. Do I need to take the paperwork to court? I need help.

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Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
Answered
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: Ohio does not permit emancipation except in certain circumstances, like entering the military. There is no court action you can file. See this link for more information:

https://www.ohiobar.org/public-resources/commonly-asked-law-questions-results/circumstances-say-whether-minors-are-emancipated/

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