In Oklahoma, there is no specific law that states the exact age at which a child can be left home alone. However, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services suggests that children under the age of 12 should not be left alone for extended periods. Parents are encouraged to consider the maturity and capabilities of their child when making this decision, ensuring their safety and well-being.
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It really depends on the intelligence of your child, but most children don't get left alone until they are about 11 or 12.
Small children should never be left home alone.
You can leave responsible children alone for short periods of time, but not overnight. Children at the age of 12 can be left at home for short periods of time.
See Related Links (Home Alone Children and Legal Age Limits) for listing of states with laws and guidelines.
In British Columbia, there is no specific age set by law for when a child can be left home alone. However, the Ministry of Children and Family Development suggests that children under the age of 12 should not be left alone without supervision. Parents are encouraged to consider the child's maturity, the length of time they will be left alone, and the safety of the environment when making this decision. Ultimately, it's the parent's responsibility to ensure the child's safety and well-being.
Children under 12 years of age cannot be left at home alone, or to care for younger children. http://www2.immigratemanitoba.com/browse/howtoimmigrate/beforeyouapply/community/settle-law.html
For mature children, I would say around 13 or 14 yrs old
Only a few states have a law. Is the child safe, do they feel safe and can they handle an emergency? Most authorities believe a 12 year old can be left at home for a couple hours during the day.
Well, you have to be fourteen to be able to 'babysit' somebody under fourteen.
The legal age to be left alone at home can vary depending on where you live, but in general, it is recommended that children be at least 12 years old to be left unsupervised. It is important to consider the child's maturity level and ability to handle emergencies when deciding if they are ready to be alone at home.