Upon becoming the age of majority, a person is considered an adult and acquires all rights and responsibilities granted or imposed by statute or common law, except that a person (1) eighteen years of age or older and who is not a ward of the state may enter into a binding contract or lease of whatever kind or nature

Can I leave home at 18 in Nebraska?

Sara Howard, would allow minors at least 16 years old to seek emancipation from their parents or guardians. Howard noted that the current age of majority in Nebraska is 19, but many teens move away from home and gain independence at 18. “It is so important that a minor have a clear path to emancipation,” she said.

Why is the legal age 19 in Nebraska?

There is no reason why an adult in Nebraska in 19 when an adult in Iowa is 18. The age gaps between the states is so great, whereas it does not make sense. For example, a 14-year old can legally drive in the state of Iowa, and Nebraska is 15. The age 19 does not come with any extra privileges than the age 18.