It should not be an issue. The key is does the 15 year old feel safe? If they can handle any emergencies and are to be trusted, it should be okay.
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In Maryland, the minimum age of leaving a child home alone is 8 years. Depending on the maturity of the child, I'd say that a 12 year old can be left home alone for the daytime, but overnight, the child should be at least 15.
There is currently not a law that specifies the age a child has to be to stay home alone overnight. It is left up to the parents to decide if their child is mature enough to handle it.
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.
There is currently no laws outlining the minimum age a child can stay home alone overnight in Texas. It is left up to the parents to make that decision.
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NEVER!!
The state of Texas does not have a minimum age law stating when a child is old enough to be left home alone. Leaving teenagers at home alone overnight, is not recommended.
How long can a child of 12 years old be left at home alone in the state of Maryland?
In Maryland, the minimum age of leaving a child home alone is 8 years. Depending on the maturity of the child, I'd say that a 12 year old can be left home alone for the daytime, but overnight, the child should be at least 15.
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There is currently not a law that specifies the age a child has to be to stay home alone overnight. It is left up to the parents to decide if their child is mature enough to handle it.
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.
There is currently no laws outlining the minimum age a child can stay home alone overnight in Texas. It is left up to the parents to make that decision.
i think the age of 11 and upp but im not suree
See Related Links (Home Alone Children and Legal Age Limits) for listing of states with laws and guidelines.
You can leave responsible children alone for short periods of time, but not overnight. Children at the age of 12 can be left at home for short periods of time.
13 is a bit young to be responsible for others over night. Most authorities will say that it is safe for them to be left alone for a few hours during the day.