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    Question: What rights do parents have when a child turns 17?

    Answer: A child is considered a minor in Arizona until their 18th birthday. That means that any time between birth and the day someone turns 18, they are considered a child for purposes of Arizona law. Children are in the care of the parents until they become adults, meaning parents make decisions about their care until they become adults.

    Children can not enter into contracts, make legal decisions, or vote. Although there are some things that begin to change as you get older, for example, being able to earn a driver's license, you are still considered a child in the eyes of the law until you turn 18.


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    On 11/16/03
    Andrea from MA said:
    This isn't necessarily a comment, but I was wondering if anyone could answer a question for me. I have a boyfriend that lives in boston, and I want to move out with him. I mean, get our own apartment. If one of my parents is ok with it, can i move out? I know i won't have the same rights as someone that's 18, but if my bf is 19, can i move out with him?
    On 11/14/03
    JoLeeza from NY said:
    I'm 17 and I want to live with my fiance, we've been together for over a year and if I'm imancipated could I marry him without my parents consent? If anyone has any info about my type of situation PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE post I really need to know so I can live my life and not let my parent live it for me....
    On 11/12/03
    Rob from AZ said:
    Yall need to stay with your parent till you turn 18
    On 11/06/03
    sam from AZ said:
    saying that i dont think thats the answer, having a kid is a big decision and yeour still trying to sort your own probs out forget bringing a kid into the world. its no joke its a life long responsibility.
    On 11/02/03
    AJ from GA said:
    Hey i turned 16 3 months ago and im ready to move with my lover in his apartment.Is this possible without having to ask me father?Could i move out at 16?
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