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There is no legal requirement for this. The child needs to be safe, feel safe and know how to take care of themselves if there is a problem. Most authorities feel that a 12 or 13 year old can be left at home for a few hours during the daytime. Legal Age (Updated) 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 which provides one guideline from a California agency representative who suggests that 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). This site also provides a state by state comparison with references.

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My daughter is 15 years old and has a 6 month old child of her own. Can she legally move out of my house because she has a child or is she still considered a minor.?

No she cannot legally move out of the house until she is 18 or older, even if she has a child of her own.


Did one Indian family live in a Teepee?

Not Legally. The age of majority in New York is 18. The minor's parents would have legal recourse to have the minor child returned to their custody if they objected to the move.


Do you have to have parental consent in Georgia if you have a child and you are 16?

Parental consent to do what? Having a child does not emancipate you--you are still a minor and therefore under the control of your parents. However, you (not your parents) do have parental rights over your own child.


How old do you have to be to move out legally in the state of Idaho?

You are considered a minor until you are 18. Until that point your parents are responsible for your welfare and where you live.


Can you legally move in with a close family friend if you think your mother is neglecting you?

Not if you are still considered a minor under the laws of the state of residency. The decision of whether or not a parent is neglectful and/or abusive is one that is made by a judge, not by an individual. If the minor believes they are in such a situation they should contact the state's department of family services for assistance. Any person allowing a minor to live with them knowing it is done without the consent of said minor's parents or guardian is subject to criminal and/or civil penalties. Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline 1-800-392-3738, for general information 1-800-422-4453.

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My daughter is 15 years old and has a 6 month old child of her own. Can she legally move out of my house because she has a child or is she still considered a minor.?

No she cannot legally move out of the house until she is 18 or older, even if she has a child of her own.


You are a 15 year old mom and you want to move in with the father of your baby can you?

Probably not. The fact that you are a minor with a child does not change that you are a minor and your parents are legally responsible for you.


Can a 16 year pregnant minor move in with baby daddy without being emancipated in Oklahoma?

That would not be legally allowed. She has to have permission or a court order.


If you are seventeen and pregnant when can you legally move out of your parents house in Tennessee?

When you turn 18. Being pregnant/having a child does not emancipate a minor.


Can a 17 year old female move in with her 18 year old boyfriend in Oklahoma legally?

Only with parental permission as long as she is a minor. Age of consent is 16 there.


Is it legal for a parent to make a 16 year old child get out of the house?

It is illegal for a parent to force a minor child to move out. The parents are legally responsible for the child until the age of 18.


Can a 17 year old and her child move out legally in the state of Ohio?

In Ohio, a 17-year-old is considered a minor and would need parental consent to move out legally. If the minor has a child, they would still require parental consent or approval from a court to be considered emancipated. It is advisable to seek legal counsel to understand the options available in this situation.


Did one Indian family live in a Teepee?

Not Legally. The age of majority in New York is 18. The minor's parents would have legal recourse to have the minor child returned to their custody if they objected to the move.


At what age can an adopted child move out?

A legally adopted child will be treated as any other minor. Their adopted parents have the same rights and responsibilities as a biological parent. So, the answer is probably 18.


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Legal age in Oklahoma is 18 unless you get permition or emancipation.


Can you legally move out in the state of Oklahoma at age 17?

Certainly, as long as you have parental permission. Until you turn 18, or are emancipated, you remain the responsibility of your parents. They determine where you can live.


What is the legal age to move in Oklahoma if you are seventeen and have a child?

The age of majority in OK is 18. Until you turn 18 your parents get to decide where you're allowed to live. Being pregnant/having a child does not emancipate a minor.