Maine · Maine Revised Statutes — Title 15, Court Procedure — Criminal
Me. Rev. Stat. (Crim. Proc.) § 3506-A: Emancipation
What this law says, in plain English
A minor age 16+ who refuses to live with parents or guardians may petition district court for emancipation. Court grants emancipation if the minor has made reasonable provision for living expenses and education, and is mature enough to care for themselves.
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