California Correctional Lieutenant Practice Exam

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Under which circumstance can a juvenile achieve emancipation?

  1. Attending college

  2. Having a part-time job

  3. Being married

  4. Purchasing a house

The correct answer is: Being married

A juvenile can achieve emancipation primarily by getting married. Emancipation is a legal process that grants minors the ability to manage their own affairs and make decisions independently from their parents or guardians. When a minor enters into marriage, they are recognized as legally independent, which fulfills one of the criteria for emancipation. Other choices such as attending college, having a part-time job, or purchasing a house may suggest maturity or responsibility but do not provide the legal status required for emancipation. While these activities may reflect a minor's ability to handle adult responsibilities, they do not afford the legal independence that marriage does. Thus, the option of being married stands out as a clear and documented route to emancipation for a juvenile.