Does a 16 year old need to pay rent?
YOU are legally responsible for any minor child in your care. To exoect them to help out in small ways may help teach them responsibility but at 16 the child should not be paying rent for what the law says you have to provide.
Can under 18 rent a house?
To rent a property you need to sign a type of contract called a lease. It’s usually difficult to have a contract that someone under the age of 18 can sign because usually the young person wouldn’t be held accountable if something went wrong.
How much does it cost to emancipate a minor in California?
Are you enrolled in school or have a high school diploma? Minor emancipation laws vary by state, but most state courts charge a filing fee of between $150 and $200. You must file the petition with the court and notify your parents or legal guardians (required by most states). Then the court will schedule a hearing.
What does it mean to get emancipated under 18?
When a minor is emancipated, through court order or other means, the minor legally becomes an adult. If you’re under 18 and believe you’d be better off on your own, you’ll want to learn how to get emancipated. There are a few different ways to go about this, but the decision shouldn’t be taken lightly.
Can you get emancipated without a court permission?
It’s possible to become emancipated without going through a complicated court process, but the options are limited and require a parent or legal guardian’s permission. In some states, if you get married before reaching the age of majority, you may become emancipated without a court’s permission.
What is the difference between adulthood and emancipation?
Adults, of course, and minors who are “emancipated” don’t need a parent’s permission to sign a legally-binding contract, get medical care, enroll in vocational school, or engage in other activities that otherwise require a parent’s permission. When a minor is emancipated, through court order or other means, the minor legally becomes an adult.