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Civil Code

Emancipated Minor

62.  Any person under the age of 18 years who comes within the following description is an emancipated minor:

(a) Who has entered into a valid marriage, whether or not such marriage was terminated by dissolution; or

(b) Who is on active duty with any of the armed forces of the United States of America; or

(c) Who has received a declaration of emancipation pursuant to Section 64.

(Amended Ch. 523, Stats. 1979. Effective September 7, 1979.)