New York Court of Appeals
In the Matter of Mary Roe v. John Doe
July 7, 197129 N.Y.2d 188
Summary
The New York Court of Appeals affirmed the Appellate Division's reversal of the Family Court's support order, holding that a child of employable age who voluntarily abandons the parental home forfeits the right to support. Justice Scileppi reasoned that parental authority may be exercised without court interference absent abuse, and Judge Jasen concurred, emphasizing the Family Court lacked authority to order support.