There is a legal way for a minor to become an adult and take on all the responsibilities of being an adult; it’s called ‘emancipation’. Once a child is emancipated, he/she is no longer under legal custody or control of their parents. If a child is emancipated they are giving up all rights to be financially supported by their parents, but they will be able to do several things without a parent’s permission such as:

-Get work permits,
-Get medical care,
-Apply to schools or colleges, and
-Live where they choose.

However, even if a child is emancipated, he/she must still go to school, go to  juvenile court if he/she broke the law, and  receive permission from their parents to get married.