To become emancipated, an adolescent must prove that he or she has the maturity necessary to become legally and financially independent of his or her parents. The young man or woman must file a motion for emancipation with the court. He or she must then provide adequate support for his or her petition, which can include school transcripts, pay stubs, and testimonies from teachers and other adults. This evidence must prove that he or she is capable of handling his or her own financial and legal issues.