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There are no legal laws about the age a child may be left alone but a child who is left alone too young could leave the parent liable for negligence or child abuse. A general rule of thumb would be if the child can cook for him/herself or call emergency services.
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No child should be left at home until they are at least 14
Hardin County High School's motto is 'No Child Left Behind'.
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13 is the legal age for a child to be left alone in the US
They can be left home at any time but the legal age is 12+.
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A child could usually stay home at the age of 7, but an ethical and responsible person wouldn't leave their child home alone before the age of 12.
How long can a child of 12 years old be left at home alone in the state of Maryland?