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    Default Emancipating in Colorado

    I'm a 14 year old girl seeking emancipation. I'm currently living with my grandparents for the reason that they took both my mom and dad to court when my mom was in some legal issues. They filed for full custody of both my little brother who is 12 and myself I see my mom and dad only once or twice a month, and to my grandparents face I act like every thing is ok but in reality I hate every moment. This summer I plan to get a part to full time job, and during the school year (August-May) I plan to have a part time job so that I can balance both school and work! My mom and I are now trying to start the steps for this emancipation process, if you have any advice please help??

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    Default Colorado Emancipation Law

    Colorado does not appear to have a statutorily defined procedure for emancipation. It recognizes emancipation in its statutes - but you must be at least 15:
    Quote Quoting Colorado Code 19-1-103. Definitions
    (45) "Emancipated juvenile", as used in section 19-2-511, means a juvenile over fifteen years of age and under eighteen years of age who has, with the real or apparent assent of the juvenile's parents, demonstrated independence from the juvenile's parents in matters of care, custody, and earnings. The term may include, but shall not be limited to, any such juvenile who has the sole responsibility for the juvenile's own support, who is married, or who is in the military.
    and it is my understanding that a court will recognize a minor as emancipated. Without a statute, it's difficult to suggest the procedures; you may wish to inquire with your local court to see if there are standard forms for petitioning for emancipation. But the statute suggests that you can't emancipate over the objection of your parents.

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