Custody Options For Minors

Summary

In Georgia, a minor can petition for emancipation at 16. Third parties can file for custody if its in the childs best interest. To gain custody of a child in protective custody, you can apply to be a foster parent. However, custody is not guaranteed and is based on the childs best interest. Consult a local family law attorney for guidance.

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I have a friend that is * and being abused by her parents, I want to know if she could be in my family’s custody
Hello Sarah, I'm really sorry to hear about your friend's situation. To assist you better, could you please tell me where you are located?
georgia
Hello Sarah,
In Georgia:
*. A minor can petition the court for emancipation if they're * or older.
*. A third party (like you) can file for custody if it's in the child's best interest.
Consult with a local family law attorney for guidance.
once she is in child protective custody how would I be able to get her in my custody
In Georgia:
*. You can apply to be a foster parent if the child is in protective custody.
*. If the court deems it in the child's best interest, you may be granted custody.
Please consult with a local family law attorney for further steps.
would it be guaranteed that she lives with me?
In Georgia, while it is possible for you to gain custody, it is not guaranteed. Decisions are made based on the child's best interest. Consultation with a family law attorney is strongly recommended.