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The Missouri Bar has developed a publication specially prepared as an introduction to your rights and responsibilities as an adult citizen of the United States.
You are considered an adult in Missouri at 18 years of age.  Under 18 you are considered a minor.  What is the law in Missouri concerning the emancipation of a minor? 
When abuse or neglect is suspected, children can be taken into custody and placed in emergency placement until a meeting and court hearing can be held.
The Missouri Bar has published a brochure that provides valuable information concerning juveniles and the law in Missouri.  This brochure is available by clicking on the pdf document below.