I am 15 yrs old and I live with my mom in Ohio, but I want to live with my dad............... ?

Question

I want to live with my dad but he doesn't have custody of me but he is gonna get an attorney so that he can have custody of me.(mom has full custody)I want to know if I have any kind of decision since I'm 15, I read that the child had to be around a certain age but they didn't give the age they only gave age 18. I really want to live with my dad and I want the judge to understand that when we go to court but I want to know what the age is where I can have some say so in this because my doesnt want me to go but I want to live with him. Thanks! I hope u get what I'm asking LOL!!

Answer 1

yhea i have the same problem, i cant stand to live with my mom and sister and i want to live with my dad and brothers but my dad dosnt want me to live with him and my mom could care less were i live, either way im stuck in this h**l hole till im 18, but if u get the chance voice your opinion, and tell the judge no matter who "he/she" sees fit, youd be happier to live with you dad

Answer 2

You should talk to both of your parents about your decision and try to convince the judge that your better off or will be happier living with your father.

Answer 3

well i was 14 when the social workers investigating a false statement and they said i had a choice.i could either live w my mom r my stepdad.see i was adopted by my moms ex husband my biological dad had to sign his rights over when i was just a baby.all you have to do is talk to the judge about why you want to move in with your dad and if he approves then you can.

Answer 4

At 15 the courts will listen to your reason why you want to go live with your Dad.  As long as it is a good reason they will approve it.  If you just want to live with him because your mom is being "unfair" or something like that then they will usually say no but I have known courts to listen to 12 and 13 year olds before.  Your dads lawyer can have you come in to take the stand in the custody hearing so you can explain your reasons and let the judge know how you feel.  

Answer 5

Usually its age 16 you can legally leave home, as in leaving to go anywhere youd like, dads, aunts, etc. At age 18 you can legally be kicked out.