In some states a minor can become emancipated without going through the courts by:

a. getting notarized signed permission by the caregivers
b. being thrown out of the parental home
c. making more money than the caregivers or having a full-time job
d. joining the military, marrying, or becoming a parent


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A Incorrect. A notarized signed permission does not achieve legal recognition for emancipation required by state laws.
B Incorrect. Being thrown out of the parental home does not achieve legal recognition for emancipation required by state laws.
C Incorrect. Making more money than the caregivers or having a full-time job does not confer legal emancipation required by state laws.
D Correct. In some states, a minor may become automatically emancipated by marrying, joining the military, or becoming a parent before the age of majority

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