I'm turning 16 in May and live in Washington State. I wish to file for emancipation. Reasons for this include neglect and emotional/verbal abuse on behalf of my mother, who is my only legal guardian. I don't have any other family, except for my mom's ex-fiancé, whom I would much rather have custody of me.

I'm wondering if there is a way for custody to be transferred of my mother to him. Can I do this through emancipation? I know my mother will protest, but if I can prove that she is mentally unstable and needs to be in a hospital can this happen?

If the ex-fiance is unable to be my new guardian, I know that I could get a job and support myself in the near future and find people to live with. Can I live with him? Also, are my reasons for emancipation legitimate enough to pass in court?

Thank you very much.