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A.R.S. § 12-2451 Petition for emancipation order; requirements; notification; representation; waiver of filing fees
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A. A minor who wishes to be emancipated may file a petition for an emancipation order with the clerk of the court in the county in which the minor resides if all of the following apply: 1. The minor is at least sixteen years of age. 2. The minor is a resident of this state. 3. Th…
A.R.S. § 12-2452 Additional court orders
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A. Before an emancipation case proceeds, the court may stay the proceedings and: 1. Refer the parties to mediation. 2. If the court reasonably believes that the petition contains an allegation of child abuse or neglect, require the department of child safety to investigate the al…
A.R.S. § 12-2453 Factors; best interests of minor; burden of proof; emancipation orders; filing requirements
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A. The court shall determine emancipation based on the best interests of the minor and shall consider all relevant factors, including: 1. The potential risks and consequences of emancipation and to what degree the minor understands these risks and consequences. 2. The wishes of t…
A.R.S. § 12-2454 Effect of emancipation
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A. An emancipation order issued pursuant to this article recognizes the minor as an adult for the following purposes: 1. The right to enter into a binding contract. 2. The ability to sue and be sued. 3. The right to buy and sell real property. 4. The right to establish a legal re…