Emancipation is a process for teenagers to obtain legal independence. The petitioner must be 16 years of age. Visit the Michigan Legal Help website or Act 293 of 1968 for more information regarding Emancipation.

• Instructions for Emancipation

Submit to the Oakland County Clerk's Office:

• Completed Petition for Emancipation
• Completed Addendum to Protected Personal Identifying Information
• $175.00 filing fee
• Certified copy of birth certificate