Rights Of Independent Teen

Summary

In North Carolina, the age of majority is 18, meaning parents are legally responsible until then. A 17-year-old can be considered an adult for certain legal matters. If living conditions are unsafe, landlords must provide habitable housing. Contact local authorities for immediate threats to safety.

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I’m *
Since you're * and living independently, your legal situation depends on your location as laws vary. Can you please tell me where you are located?
North Carolina
In North Carolina:
- The age of majority is *. Until then, parents have legal responsibility.
- A *-year-old can be considered an adult for certain legal matters.
- If there's an immediate threat to your safety, contact local authorities.
For specific advice, consult a local attorney.
I have bad living conditions
I'm sorry to hear about your living conditions. To understand better, can you please describe what you mean by "bad living conditions"?
No way to cook food broken house messy disgusting bugs
In North Carolina:
- Landlords are legally required to provide safe and habitable housing.
- If this is not the case, you can legally pursue remedies such as rent abatement or repair-and-deduct.
- For immediate assistance, contact your local health department or housing authority.