How old does a child have to be before they can decide whom to live with after a divorce?

its different from state to state..... ask your lawyer. or try calling a human resource department that is local. they should tell you. it is anywhere from age 11-13 i think. best of luck

Judge's often listen to the kids at very young ages. It's the judge's job to do what's in the best interest of the child, and if a child states that they want to live with one parent, the judge most likely will give the child what they want. The wife will receive visitations, however, because its not in the child's best interest to never see their other parent. At 14, your son will have a great deal of sway.

I think 14 is an acceptable age for children to choose. It's great that your son wants to live with you. Not enough fathers are willing to allow this. I wish you every success!

At 14, your son is definitely old enough to decide that he wants to live with you. That is assuming that you are not an abusive or neglective father. Contact your lawyer.

In Missouri, its 14. I know that really doesn't help you in PA, but ask your lawyer when you go and get a consultation. Each state is a little bit different, so good luck.

It's different in most states but I think the general age is 12.

i know in south africa, where i am living, the age is 9 for when a child is considered old enough to decide for themshelves which parent they want to live with. just check up on your divorce laws and see what they say.

each and everything relies upon on the region. in case your mom who has custody of you is able to offering for you and is a sturdy ascertain, the alternative won't be yours to make. till your father and mom choose to bypass interior the direction of the comprehensive custody conflict element returned so a psychologist can evaluate the relatives and supply his concepts and then have a decide choose, you're exceedingly lots including your mom till 18

In ohio its 12...I'm sure most state allow them to choose around that age

a child has to be 12 years old to be able to tell the jude he/she wants to live mom/dad