I am 19 and my parents are unable to provide financial stability for me. I want to emancipate myself but I have some questions. First, what would happen to my medical insurance? It is currently through my fathers work. Second, do I move out or pay them rent for living here? I am hoping to go back to college so I will be living there mostly. Any help would be greatly appreciated Thank you.What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?
If your parents provide a roof over your head ,meals and cloths ( the basic needs ) they are supporting you .
They are obligated in NY until you are 21 , or deemed emancipated .
While NY has no emancipation laws per say , one can be determined emancipated under various causes.
While citing emancipation for minors ,here are a few criteria:
Q. 1.1 How is Emancipation defined?
A. The term emancipation applies to youth over the age of 16 and under 18 who are:
(1) living separate and apart from their parents;(2) not receiving any financial support from them (except by court order or benefits to which they are entitled, i.e. Social Security);
(3) living beyond the parent's custody and control; and,
(4) not in foster care.
If you were to stay there and be gone to college most of the time , they still have a duty to provide the basics .
If you move out ,you are an Adult no longer under their care and control and no longer living there .
You would find a job or go to college and work .