What is the legal age for babysitting in the state of kentucky?
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There's no "legal" age for babysitting in most states, although Maryland and Illinois do have laws addressing the topic.\n\nIf the babysitter is left in charge of the children by the parents, she is acting "in loco parentis" - that is, in place of the parent.  In other words, she is legally acting AS the parent when neither is present, and has the full responsibility and authority she was given by the parent(s).\n\nSo the mom is both legally and morally wrong in telling the kids not to mind the babysitter.\n\n"In loco parentis\n\n    a person who has custodial/parental responsibility and authority although not actually being a parent (literally: "in place of the parents"). Although this can be established by written contract it is often assumed in common situations; thus a sibling or babysitter may have limited rights to act in loco parentis until the legal custodial parties (parents etc.) can be contacted."
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You must be older than 18 to become a licensed baby sitter. \n\nAlso; there is a catagory for Self-Certified Providers: Care for 5 or fewer children or 3 infants in the provider's home. These provider are not licensed or monitored; they are eligible to participate in the Child Care Assistance Program.
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Your Lucky, where I live in Tennessee the date is September 31.  I've even heard of places in Kansas that cut off by September 15.  I guess the school board tries to make the best decision based on where they are, they are looking out for all the kids.  I personally think all children should be evaluated at age 4, and placed in school based on their intelligence and not their age at all.
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I didn't know there was a legal age for babysitting.
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It's 16 I believe. That's pretty much nationwide. Due to child labor laws.
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It's 12 in New Mexico or 13 if there is another child. Check with your Family Services Department. They'll be able to tell you the law.
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can't help ya with american law\n\nIn Canada, a 12 year old can legally babysit although I wouldn't personally recommend it.  But it's sort of ergo, if old enough to baby sit, old enough to stay home alone until mom gets home.\n\nI have let a 14 year old babysit for me, so the police likely thought your brother met the age standard...you too for that matter\n\nAs for your additions, I know my 15 year old nephews have been given the weekend at their house (parents gone away).  But they're good boys....\n\nWhat's really bugging you?  Is it just that you're ticked with the cops for bustin dad, apparently mistaken identity?  Or did your brother abuse the authority of being the boss of the house for a couple of days.\n\nI'm seeing down there the standard is pretty much 12.  Trust me, you wouldn't have wanted to go to a group /foster home unless absolutely necessary.  And if bro was 14 and you 13, I'm sure you guys coulda handled it. So, what's really buggin you about this?
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Babysitting for neighbors
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It s not legal at all. You can get arrested for neglect if the authorities would know. But since no one said something, they wouldnt know.\nI m not sure what went on in the head of the parents, but under no circumstances is this legal. There would have to be a babysitter, neighbor, whoever in the same apartment then the child. \nYou can leave your child for a few hours when he/she is like 10 years old but not a 2 year old. NO WAY!\nWhen they come to visit in England, of course the English laws will apply. And im sure that England has a similar if not even the same law. So if anyone finds out, he/she will surely call the police.
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Ok well I'm 14 really but the youngest age you can work at "legally" is 15. I have a job with my nieghbor so im a lucky exception. I suggest you go arround and ask nieghbors about doing yard work or watching pets when they are away or baby sitting.
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Nanny - Babysitting \nArizona Nanny. Au Pair Nanny. Austin Nanny. Babysitter. Babysitter Age. Babysitter Club ... (age 14-19) on how to successfully run a babysitting business. ...www.allnanny.com/babysitting\n\nhttp://www.allaboutnannies.org/meet_our_staff.html\narizona..... call them and ask...\n\nand other peoples answer... which i agree with.\nhttp://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20060805161200AAqNOSS
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Babysitting/petsitting
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This varies by jurisdiction.  Mine has no age description.  Use common sense and knowledge of your child's own abilities-including stranger danger.\n\nIf they're of school age, call the school.  They will know.
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Illinois\nPreparing Children to Stay Alone (May 2001), by the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS), has the following information about the legal age to be left home alone in Illinois:\n\nWhat is lack of supervision?\nIllinois law defines a neglected minor, in part, as "any minor under the age of 14 years whose parent or other person responsible for the minor's welfare leaves the minor without supervision for an unreasonable period of time without regard for the mental or physical health, safety or welfare of that minor."\nJuvenile Court Act, 705 ILCS 405/2-3(1)(d) \n\nHow long may a child be left alone?\nWhat is appropriate under certain circumstances may be considered child neglect in other circumstances. \n\nWhile recognizing that many factors may apply, Illinois law lists 15 specific factors to be considered when deciding whether a child has been left alone for an unreasonable period of time. \n\nThis information is available on the Web at http://www.state.il.us/dcfs/docs/alone.doc.
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Legally I'd say 13.In Virginia thats the general age,but judges also take in consideration younger kids opinions sometimes.There are legal aid angencies you can contact to be sure.
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I think it depends more on the maturity level of the child rather than the age, though, you might want to check the laws regarding what age a child can be left home alone and for how long.  If this child behaves responibly, has another adult in the area they can call or get to in a hurry if there is an emergency, understands and can perform basic first aid and is trustworthy, it may be okay.  I would ease her into it, like aloow her to be in charge of the child while I did yard work, painting, etc.  Something where I was still in the house to observe how she handled things.  if this goes well, try no more than 15 -20 min while you go to a neighbors house to chat or run to the local grocery.  When you are fully comfortable I would not leave her for more than an hour or two to be responsible for another child and I would only do it if there were another adult close by that you knew she could call on.  My 13 yo babysits for a friend but only if I am home- I am right down the street so she can call me if there is a problem.  Babysitting is a big responsibility and both her and the person she is babysitting for need to understand that.  I would not have let my girls babysit at 11 and I don't think I would have ever asked an 11 yo to babysit for me- but this has to be your decision based on the girls capabilities, maturity and situation.
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Legally, you probably have to be 12 to stay home alone, and you probably have to be older than that (maybe 14) to count as old enough for it not to be neglect to leave a kid under 12 with you (i.e. to babysit).  But I'd say that if you start every word of your sentences with capital letters you're definitely not old enough.