A minor cannot formally become a partner in a firm, but can be admitted for partnership benefits with all partners' consent. [1] As a minor partner, they have rights to profits agreed upon by partners and access accounts, but liabilities are limited to their share. [2] Upon reaching maturity, the minor has 6 months to publicly elect whether to become a full partner, assuming liabilities. [3] If they elect to become a partner, their rights and liabilities regarding profits and property continue from when admitted, but they assume personal liability for past firm acts.