§ 15-11-201 - Methods of emancipation - Georgia Statutes

O.C.G.A. 15-11-201 (2010)
15-11-201. Methods of emancipation

(a) Emancipation may occur by operation of law or pursuant to a petition filed by a minor with the juvenile court as provided in this article.

(b) An emancipation occurs by operation of law:

(1) When a minor is validly married;

(2) When a person reaches the age of 18 years; or

(3) During the period when the minor is on active duty with the armed forces of the United States.

(c) An emancipation occurs by court order pursuant to a petition filed by a minor with the juvenile court as provided in Code Sections 15-11-202 through 15-11-207.