There is no law in Florida about being left alone. If the child feels safe and has the ability to take care of themselves, as well as handle any emergencies that might arise, they could be deemed to be okay. Most authorities don't feel that 13 is old enough to be left alone for the night.
12. I know this because i live in Florida
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12yrs old is what CPS recommends it is not a law
How old can a child be to stay alone in the state of Florida?
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 Latchkey Kids Age Limits which provides a 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 period of time (usually just after school).
no because they are from a different state and rules are rules
Legal AgeThere are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages for children home alone, but many state agencies have published guidelines. Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with specific ages specified in their laws. 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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I am not a US citizen so I don't know about the state laws of Florida. However, I can tell you for certain that you should not leave a 10 year old child home alone (legal or not!).
my children are 10 (will be 11 in Feb) and 12 1/2.
Definately.
How old can a child be to stay alone in the state of Florida?
In most places, running away (leaving home without permission) is not a criminal offense for minors. However, in some states, parents or legal guardians can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not report a runaway child to authorities. It is important to seek help from local services if you are considering running away.
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 a 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 period of time (usually just after school).
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 Latchkey Kids Age Limits which provides a 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 period of time (usually just after school).
No, making moonshine is not a legal act in the U.S. State of Florida nor is it a legal act in any other of the 49 States of the U.S.A. The only State that produces (or makes) moonshine are factories in the U.S. State of Massachusetts.
The legal age to be considered an adult in the State of Florida is 18 years old. At this age, individuals are granted certain rights and responsibilities, including the ability to enter into contracts, vote, and serve in the military without parental consent.
Yes.
There are 188 legal names: Mr. Harry Ballsonia in the state of Florida
No.