Q: im 17 3 months away from 18 and want ti live with my dad because we have a good connection but my mom has custody of me
my dad and i have a good connection and I can't take the stress from my mom and step dad even though they help me a lot, I have wanted to be with my dad even though sometimes it's not the best place at times but thats where i want to be
A:
at 17 you have the ability to have input on your custody, however no one can change the Court order but the Court unless the parents agree. Your father can file a motion to modify custody. To prevail he will need to show that there has been a substantial change of circumstances and that changing custody is in your best interest.
have you father contact an experienced family law attorney.
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