I'm 16 currently but turning 17 in 3 months. I have read the Emancipation of Minors Act for Illinois. I fully understand it and I still do plan on filing for Emancipation , but I do have questions. Can the judge deny the file for emancipation if there is No neglect in the home ? Also I live with my aunt and uncle. I have heard that they are filing for legal gaurdianship of me. Dont I have say in this ? I feel that im independently well off , though my mother and aunt may deny that statement. If there are objections when I do file from my mother ,and guardians ( which there will be) will the judge automatically deny my file for it? It is true that I have no where to stay or have financially assistance but if given a chance I can make it work. Im mature enough to take care of myslef. I do have goals but it is stressful living in conditions ( that are not Bad) but are not suitable for me. I want to be sucessfull but if there are road blocks how can i reach my goals. Even if it means not having ties to family members. Its not a case of freedom or having fun but a right. I have a right to say where I want to be and how I will get there.

