Only a couple of states actually have a law. If your parents say you're too young then it will be supported by the authorities.
There is no set legal age in Texas. You have to look at things like the ability of the child, length of time they will be alone, ability to seek help if needed, safety of the neighborhood, etc.
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.
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).
In the US the legal age to stay home alone, is 13.
14. 16 if they are going to be looking after somone else that's under 14.
In Ohio, there is no specific age limit set for latchkey kids. It is up to parents or guardians to determine if their child is mature and responsible enough to be left alone at home. However, the general guideline is around 12 years old. It is important to consider the child's maturity, safety, and ability to handle emergencies before making this decision.
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There is no set legal age in Texas. You have to look at things like the ability of the child, length of time they will be alone, ability to seek help if needed, safety of the neighborhood, etc.
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.
There are no laws stating how old a kids should be before they can be left home alone in Las Vegas, Nevada. The age depends on the child's maturity and ability to care for themselves.
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).
In the US the legal age to stay home alone, is 13.
Some where around 12-13 as it is teens when they start to do baby stting themselves. You should check if your state has a legal age for when leaving them alone is okay though.
No not at all. Not any state law that I knowsupportsthat.
Please write a longer question. How old are they? Is it while you're at the grocery store? While you're working? While you take a trip? How long will they be alone?
14. 16 if they are going to be looking after somone else that's under 14.
There is no legal age requirement. It is left to parental discretion.