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How old do you have to be to move out in Illinois?

Im 17 years old and I want to move out…

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Answer #1

Legal age in Illinois is 18 . Like in Louisiana depending on how close you are to being age 18 legally you can move out - but only if you’ve finished high school or have a GED && have a job !

Answer #2

Legally, you must be the ‘age of majority’ for your state (usually 18) or become emancipated:

Emancipation refers to the point at which a child is free from parental control.

Emancipation may be the result of a voluntary agreement between the parents and child, or it may be implied from their acts and ongoing conduct. For example, a child who leaves her parents’ home and becomes ENTIRELY SELF-SUPPORTING without their objection is considered emancipated, while a child who goes to stay with a friend or relative and gets a part-time job is not. Emancipation may also occur when a minor child marries or enters the military.

In order to become emancipated you must be able to answer the above questions and be self supporting which means:

  • Have a job
  • Live in home or apartment
  • pay bills

Contact the Court office or a Professional Attorney in your immediate area for further assistance.

I wish you the best !!

Answer #3

18 unless you pursue emancipation, in which case, you’ll need to get a lawyer and go through the courts to prove your case, etc.

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