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It depends on the child. A very mature and intelligent 13-year-old can be at home for several hours at a time, but an immature one or one with special needs cannot. Similarly, an immature 17-year-old should not be left at home, but a mature one can also be left at home for several hours.
No child should be left alone for more than four to six hours if at all possible; another adult should be involved at some point to check in, provide company, etc.
A very mature 16- or 17-year-old could be left at home alone over night maybe twice a year if he or she has a level head and has the phone number of an adult close by who can help in case of emergency.
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How long can a 10 year old stay home alone in mn?
Most would say that ten is too young to stay home alone. When someone reaches the age of 12 authorities believe they could be left alone for a couple of hours during the day.
At what age can you leave a child at home alone in VA?
I think it sould be mostly up to the parent but it should be when the child is mature enough to handle themselves and emergency situations. They should not be left home alone for too long the first time and go over the emergency procedures with your child.You may gradually increase the time alone if it is okay with the child. DO NOT LEAVE THE CHILD ALONE IF THEY DONT WANT TO BE LEFT HOME ALONE!!!!!
Is 10 years old in Florida too young to stay home alone for one day?
Twelve years of age is considered young enough and it would be wise to have your child stay with a neighbor you know and trust for the day. Ten years old is a bit too young in any State no matter how mature the child is.
Could an 8 year old stay at home alone?
Well I used to for about 40 min. But there are more pedophiles now and I'm 14 now, it's really fun... but I would probably carry a pocketknife on me if I was home alone at the age of 8 these days. But lots of 8yo kids can't handle knives. It's up to you, stay alert! LOL
Can you leave 16 year old alone if you go abroad for 2 weeks?
Legally, laws about this, if there are any, would vary from state to state. Ultimately, this would be decided by the 15-year-old's parents, and it is not so much a question of "can" as it is "should" and "Is it wise" to allow a 15-year-old to stay home alone for two weeks. The answer to that is an emphatic "NO!" While it is fine to allow them to stay home alone for short periods of time, two weeks is simply too long to leave them alone to take care of themselves day in and day out.
In Colorado can you leave your 7 year old child at home alone?
There are no laws in Colorado that specifically address the age that a child can be left home alone. 7 is usually considered much too young to be left alone, and it could lead to child endangerment charges. Most authorities agree that a 12 year old can be safely left at home alone for a few hours during the day time.
Is it allowed to leave 6-7 year old alone at night?
Certainly not! That is much too young for them to be left alone. Most states say that it is considered acceptable to leave a 12 -13 year old for a couple of hours during the DAY.
What is the legal age a child be left home alone in cook county?
There are no legal laws about the age a child may be left alone but a child who is left alone too young could leave the parent liable for negligence or child abuse. A general rule of thumb would be if the child can cook for him/herself or call emergency services.
How long is too long to leave a 16 year child alone?
This depends on where in the world you live ! 16 is considered old enough in Britain to leave home have a sexual relationship and get married.
What do you do if an eleven year old girl fancies you and you are taken?
Eleven is too young to be worried about such things and certainly too young to be in any type of romantic situation. It depends on how old you are, if you're two years older than her or more, then leave her alone.
Can you give an example of a sentence using the word young?
I abserved that she was not alone too short, but too young also.
How long can a 10 year old stay home alone in mn?
Most would say that ten is too young to stay home alone. When someone reaches the age of 12 authorities believe they could be left alone for a couple of hours during the day.
Can parents tell a 17 yr old to leave their home?
no they can't because they are too young to (you have to be in the range of 18-21 to move out)
At what age can you leave a child at home alone in VA?
I think it sould be mostly up to the parent but it should be when the child is mature enough to handle themselves and emergency situations. They should not be left home alone for too long the first time and go over the emergency procedures with your child.You may gradually increase the time alone if it is okay with the child. DO NOT LEAVE THE CHILD ALONE IF THEY DONT WANT TO BE LEFT HOME ALONE!!!!!
What are the problems pandas face you the 21st centery?
they are too fat and too cute an no one will leave them alone
Is there any way a 14-year-old girl living in Canada can leave home legally?
No, 14 is too young. The least is usually 18.
What do you say to a girl that says im to young?
How old are you? If you are too old for her, you would say "I'm sorry for behaving like a pedophile and I'll leave you alone. Feel welcome to get a restraining order."
