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    Default Allowing 17-Year-Old Minor To Essentially Live Alone

    I have a friend, his daughter is 17, she will be turning 18 in June of 2007.

    My friend just accepted a job where he will travel 3 weeks out of the month. He will come home for one week. His daugher will reside in the home alone. She is responsible, she drives ect. He will be paying all the bills ect.

    Family will be around should an emergency arise. He also can be contacted but he will be out of the state for most of the time.

    Are there any legal issues that need to be considered for this living arrangement?

    I appreciate any information!

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    Default Re: Allowing 17-Year-Old Minor To Essentially Live Alone

    There probably isn't a problem, although laws vary by state. Where is the girl's mother?

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    Default Re: Allowing 17-Year-Old Minor To Essentially Live Alone

    Dad has custody...I believe the mom is in the same state though.

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    Default Re: Allowing 17-Year-Old Minor To Essentially Live Alone

    If he hasn't done so, this is something that dad should probably discuss with mom.

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