Adulthood includes many rights and responsibilities.
You become responsible for your own support and you are free to decide where to live, work, and what to do with your time. This pamphlet addresses some of the rights of an adult in Minnesota. Understanding some of the legal aspects of your daily life can help you avoid the problems that might otherwise occur. In Minnesota, for most purposes, you become a legal adult on your 18th birthday. This is often referred to as the age of majority.