My question involves juvenile law in the State of: Massachusetts
I’m 17 years old and I will be graduating high school in June 2018. I wanted to know if i would be considered a runaway if i go to college out of state against my mother’s wishes. My father lives in FL. The communication between him and my mother is DEAD. they are very stubborn people. she is also very controlling which is the reason behind most of this trouble. I wanted to go to college down there but of course she doesn’t agree with it. Truthfully i believe it is because I would be with my father. Can she call the police & tell them I ran away? Also, will they have to return me home? I understand I’m not an adult until 18, but I’ve done plenty of research and to my understanding I see that most police officers will not get involved with a 17 year old leaving home.. especially one that graduated high school & isn’t in danger and has never been in trouble with the law. Then again I’m not 100% sure so i’d greatly appreciate any help with this question.

