Wyoming laws on children staying home alone?

Answer 1

The age at which a child can be left at home alone is only legislated in two states and Oklahoma is not one of them. The legal check is whether or not the child is safe and has the ability to take care of themselves. Most authorities agree that leaving a 12 year old alone at home for an hour or two is acceptable, but they should not be responsible for other children. There are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages for children home alone, but many state agencies have published guidelines. Georgia, Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with specific ages mentioned in their laws. 12 years of age appears to be the most common recommendation. Below in Related Links is an article entitled Latchkey Kids Age Limits which provides a state by state comparison with references. One guideline from a California child welfare representative suggests that 8 year olds and over can be left at home for a brief period of time (usually just after school).

Answer 2

There is no legal age in Oklahoma, there are guide lines they like to follow, but no legal age!

For instance is there available adults near by? a way to call someone in emergency cases. Are they watching younger sibling? They typically don't mind children staying home for short whiles but shouldn't watch other siblings unless responsible enough. These are things Oklahoma likes to look at.

So go ahead leave the little bugger at home while you run to the market!

(don't be stupid and leave a 4,5,6 year old)

Answer 3

There is no legal age in Oklahoma. Laws do not prescribe a minimum age, but the child's maturity and ability to take care of themselves will be a factor in determining if there was any child endangerment.

Answer 4

There is no legal age for children to stay at home alone. Parents are advised to use their best judgment, keeping the child's maturity level and safety issues in mind. Younger children have a greater need for supervision and care than older children. Obviously, young children under age 10 should not be left without supervision at any time. In most cases, older teenage children may be left alone for short periods of time. source: www.Tennessee.gov

Answer 5

There is no legislation on the age a child can be left alone as of yet in Louisiana.

Answer 6

There is no age limit according to the dfps web site. https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Protection/About_Child_Protective_Services/faqchildalone.asp

Answer 7

You are stupid if you don't know the answer to this question

Answer 8

12 year old allowed to drive a car

Answer 9

Fifteen.