Q: I live in Illinois and I have consent from both my parents. I am 16 do I need to be emancipated or may I move out?
They both have given me complete consent and I am wondering if I need to go to court for emancipation or if I may tell them I am moving out now. Which they would be fine with. I'm just wondering if it is legal or not? Would the police send me home if they found me? I have a job I make 200-400 every two weeks but will be making 200-300 every week when I get a second job. I can secure a living area with a friend or friends. I have multiple sources that will prove my maturity. Also, multiple adults and employers who would testify that for me. I would also be willing to live on the street homeless too. I also have a bank account with only my own work money saved up. I have earned every penny in that account.
A: Your statement that you would be willing to live on the streets is proof of your lack of maturity. If the police find you, yes, they will turn you over to your parents. Then family services is supposed to help you and your parents work things out so you can come home. So, yes, you would need an emancipation order but i doubt a judge would give you one.
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