What age is legal for your child to be home alone during the day in the state of Illinois?

Answer 1

18 ... seriously, any parent who leaves their children unattended in any car for any duration of time shoudn't be having kids in the first place. Children can (and are) be kidnapped in a matter of seconds ... this is dangerous to even consider, it is also stupid. 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 Home Alone Children Legal Age Limits 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 amount of time(such as just after school). The most common statement is that a child's maturity should be the determining factor and not just age.

Answer 2

In Illinois, a child must be a minimum of 14 years of age to be left alone.

As noted in the site referenced below, specific city and county ordinances may apply. If in doubt, call your state's social service or child welfare agency.

Answer 3

Ummm i wouldn't ask that online you never know if someones going to givee you a bad answer.

Answer 4

14