Leaving Home Legally Pennsylvania

Summary

Minors in Pennsylvania cannot leave home without parental consent until they turn 18. If facing an unsafe situation, contact ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313. Emancipation is an option but is rarely granted and involves a complex legal process. Consult a local attorney for more details.

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i want to leave my house legally
Hello Kendraleigh, to provide you with the most accurate information, I need to know more about your situation. Are you a minor or an adult? And can you please tell me in which state or country you are located?
i am * (* in october so i’m a minor)
Hello Kendraleigh, as a minor, leaving your house legally can be complex. Each state has different laws regarding this. Could you please provide your state or country of residence for more specific information?
i’m in pa
Hello Kendraleigh, In Pennsylvania:
- Minors cannot legally leave home without parental consent until they turn *.
- If you're facing an unsafe situation at home, contact ChildLine at *-*-*-*.
- Emancipation may be an option, but it's a complex legal process. Consider seeking legal counsel.
pennsylvania
Hello Kendraleigh, as a minor in Pennsylvania:
- You cannot leave home without parents' permission until you're *.
- If you're in danger, please contact ChildLine at *-*-*-*.
- For legal emancipation, a court would have to approve, but it's rarely granted.
Please consult a local attorney for more details.