QUESTION
Can an orphan move in with boyfriend/girlfriend?
Asked on Apr 20th, 2016 on Child Custody - Nebraska
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Is it possible for an underage teenager to move in with his/her boyfriend/girlfriend after his/her parents deceased? Or does the foster care intervene?
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Well, someone will intervene, possibly child protective services. And don't you think that someone should?
Answered on Apr 27th, 2016 at 3:23 AM
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An orphan is not an emancipated adult if he/she is under the age of 18 and therefore has to be placed into the care of an adult. He/she can not live on his/her own which includes living with a boy/girlfriend.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 10:05 PM
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If the parents were to pass away, the child (under age 19 years) is still a minor under the law and would be placed in guardianship or foster care, if no suitable guardian is available or named by the parents.
Answered on Apr 26th, 2016 at 9:59 PM