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What exactly is the process for emancipation in the state of Georgia?
I'm 17. I'm going to be 18 in 6 months. I know I should just wait and until then but I'm in a very unhealthy environment. My mom has been physically and mentally abusing me my whole life. She doesn't do it a lot, only when I make her angry and do something wrong, but nonetheless I know what she does isn't right. It is emotionally draining for me, I'm depressed and rarely happy, I feel threatened in my own home and scared. She tries to control everything and just won't let me live a normal, healthy life. I need to get out of this situation. I have to do this for myself, for my happiness and my health. I've always known that I have to, and now that I'm almost an adult I have to take action. I need help though! I don't have a job, but I do go to school and I plan on going to college and actually having a successful career. But I need to get out of here first. I know I can become emancipated but I need to know how in Georgia. Please give me all the help and details you can... Thanks.
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- I don't think emancipation is the word you are looking for but that is immaterial. If you have not already done so, talk to a social worker. With only 6 months to go, they are going to ask you to wait it out, but you still need an exit plan for when you turn 18. Do you have a friend whose parents would let you move in with them till you finish school? Are you financially able to go to an out of town school? Good luck on getting things sorted out.
- ยง 15-11-202. Minor seeking emancipation by petition; requirements A minor seeking emancipation shall file a petition for emancipation in the juvenile court in the county where the minor resides. The petition shall be signed and verified by the minor, and shall include: (1) The minor's full name and birth date, and the county and state where the minor was born; (2) A certified copy of the minor's birth certificate; (3) The name and last known address of the minor's parents or guardian, and if no parent or guardian can be found, the name and address of the minor's nearest living relative residing within this state; (4) The minor's present address and length of residency at that address; (5) A declaration by the minor indicating that he or she has demonstrated the ability to manage his or her financial affairs; the minor may include any information he or she considers necessary to support the declaration; (6) A declaration by the minor indicating that he or she has the ability to manage his or her personal and social affairs; the minor may include any information he or she considers necessary to support the declaration; and (7) The names of adults who have personal knowledge of the minor's circumstances and believe that under those circumstances emancipation is in the best interest of the minor. Such individuals may include any of the following: (A) Physician or osteopath licensed pursuant to Chapter 34 of Title 43; (B) Registered professional nurse or licensed practical nurse licensed pursuant to Chapter 26 of Title 43; (C) Psychologist licensed pursuant to Chapter 39 of Title 43; (D) Professional counselor, social worker, or marriage and family therapist licensed pursuant to Chapter 10A of Title 43; (E) School guidance counselor, school social worker, or school psychologist; (F) School administrator, school principal, or school teacher; (G) Member of the clergy; (H) Law enforcement officer; or (I) Attorney.
- I'm not sure, but my sister died almost 3 years ago and her dad is crazy (Really, he has papers) she wants to live with my mom, her grandma. if you find out anything let me know. There has to be something.
