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in most states as long as the child can fend for itself its should be okay. check with your local child protective services. 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).
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Home Alone Children Legal Age Limits?
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What is the legal age children can be left home alone in WY?
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What is the law in Illinois for leaving children home alone?
The legal age is 14 for Illinois.
What is the legal age for children to stay home alone in the Northwest Territories Canada?
12 it is 12
What is the legal age for children to stay at home alone in quebec?
According to the Quebec immigration/citizens' website, the legal age is 12 years or older. A child under 12 cannot stay home alone.
Home Alone Children Legal Age Limits?
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What legal age do children have to be to stay home alone in the UK?
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What is the legal age children can be left home alone in WY?
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What is the law in Illinois for leaving children home alone?
The legal age is 14 for Illinois.
What is legal age for a child to stay home alone in Germany?
Children can stay home alone for a few hours with access to an adult at the age of 12. Children below the age of 12 cannot stay home alone for any length of time.?
What is the legal age for children to stay home alone in the Northwest Territories Canada?
12 it is 12
What is the legal age for children to stay at home alone in quebec?
According to the Quebec immigration/citizens' website, the legal age is 12 years or older. A child under 12 cannot stay home alone.
Are Missouri and Maryland the only states with laws regarding children being left home alone?
See Related Links (Home Alone Children and Legal Age Limits) for listing of states with laws and guidelines.
Legal age for children to left home alone in Dagenham?
Well, you have to be fourteen to be able to 'babysit' somebody under fourteen.
What is the New York law on leaving children home alone?
There is no legal age limit. There are only recommendations on the maturity of the child.
What is the legal age a child can stay home alone in Delaware?
A child must be at least 12 years old to stay home alone in Delaware. At this age, they can also babysit other children and siblings.
What is the legal age for children to stay at home alone in Steele county MN?
In Steele County, Minnesota, there is no specific law that establishes a legal age for children to stay home alone. However, it is generally recommended that children under the age of 12 should not be left home alone for extended periods. Parents are encouraged to use their discretion based on the child's maturity and ability to handle emergencies. Always consider local guidelines and the child's readiness before making a decision.
