Q: I’m 4 months from 18. I have a job and a home I have my stuff at. My mother kicks me out all the time. Can I leave?
I’ve been physically and emotionally abused all my life. She’s hit me recently. My bestfriend of 5 year is offering me a home and her mother wants to help me. What can I do? I have money and I’m graduating hs early. Can I move out early?
A:
The age of majority or when you are a legal adult in CO as other states is 18 years of age. Until that time, your parents are legally responsible for you. A child is required to stay in high school only until he or she is 17. After that the child does not need their parents' to quit. It's a good you are graduating high school early.
I'm sorry to hear of your situation. The reality is since you are only 4 months away from being 18, there is very little to prevent you from leaving the home of your parents. You won't be arrested. You are not committing a crime by moving out. You should let your parents know where you are and that you are safe.
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