Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois

Parental responsiblity

At what age am I no longer legally/finacially responsible for my child's actions/lliabilities. He is currently 17, high school dropout, unemployed and living with me. state of Illinois


Asked on 12/23/08, 5:49 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

John Steele Steele Law Firm

Re: Parental responsiblity

Child support ends at 18 (or 19 if he is still in high school). Technically, you could be liable for post high school education (under section 513 of the IMDMA) but it sounds unlikely. On a related note, I suggest telling him to get a GED and a job.

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Answered on 12/24/08, 12:00 pm
Motty Stone Law Offices of Motty Stone

Re: Parental responsiblity

18 years old. Good luck to both of you.

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Answered on 12/23/08, 6:34 pm


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