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. AnswerMichigan, as almost every state, does not have a law specifying the age at which a minor child can be left home alone. The basic criteria is the circumstances and the amount of time that the child is left rather than age, which creates a legal "Catch-22". The law presumes that the parent(s) or adult caregiver will be prudent in assessing the child or children's level of maturity when making such a decision. It goes without saying one should never leave an infant or small child alone for any length of time. Generally a child under the age of 12 is not considered mature enough to deal with some of the circumstances that might arise.
If a minor child is injured and needs medical attention or is found left in an environment considered unacceptable (as in no staples, utilities, etc.) the parent or adult caregiver can be charged with child endangerment and/or neglect. Due to the way the statue is written it is strictly a judgment call on the part of the parent or adult in charge.
Be advised that in almost any state a child under the age of 12 left w/o adult contact for more than twenty-four hours can be considered to have been abandoned. LEGAL AGE.
There are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages, but many state agencies have published guidelines (Georgia, Illinois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with very specific ages). Typically 8 year olds and over can be left at home for up to several hours (usually after school before a parent gets home from work).
you must be 12 to stay home alone
In Michigan, there are no specific laws that set a minimum age for leaving children home alone. However, it is generally recommended that children under the age of 12 should not be left alone for extended periods. An 11-year-old may be responsible enough to care for a 9-year-old and a 3-year-old, but it ultimately depends on the maturity of the 11-year-old and the duration of time they will be alone. Parents should consider the children's needs, safety, and the situation before making a decision.
since the legal age in Michigan to stay home alone is 12, i believe that the legal age for babysitting is also 12.
well it depends on the maturity of the child, I am responsible and I first stayed home alone around 12 years old
Absolutely NOT!!! No matter how responsible, 16 years old is not an appropriate age to stay home alone for that amount of time.
Yes.
A child must be at least 11 years old to stay home alone in Michigan. They can also babysit other children and siblings at this age.
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A 17-year old high school grad cannot work alone in Michigan. The person needs to be at least 18 years of age.
you must be 12 to stay home alone
In Michigan, there are no specific laws that set a minimum age for leaving children home alone. However, it is generally recommended that children under the age of 12 should not be left alone for extended periods. An 11-year-old may be responsible enough to care for a 9-year-old and a 3-year-old, but it ultimately depends on the maturity of the 11-year-old and the duration of time they will be alone. Parents should consider the children's needs, safety, and the situation before making a decision.
macaulay culkin was not in home alone 3
In nz, you have to be 14.
since the legal age in Michigan to stay home alone is 12, i believe that the legal age for babysitting is also 12.
About 10-13 years old.
No I was left alone at 10 with a 12 year old there is no law that you can't leave a child alone at home.
well it depends on the maturity of the child, I am responsible and I first stayed home alone around 12 years old