Mich. Comp. Laws § 722.1: Definitions.

Sec. 1.

As used in this act:

"Minor" means a person under the age of 18 years.

"Parents" means natural parents, if married prior or subsequent to the minor's birth; adopting parents, if the minor has been legally adopted; or the mother, if the minor is illegitimate.

"Emancipation" means termination of the rights of the parents to the custody, control, services and earnings of a minor.