What is the age a child can be left home alone in Marion County Indiana?
465394
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.
45954
It would mostly depend on if one's parents pusued the matter.  However, there are certain shelters which cater to teens who for one reason or another, are no longer living at home.  The age of consent is usually a guideline used by most states for seeing an individual as competent enough to make their own decisions.  The reality of the situation is that most landlords in Maine will not rent to anyone under the age of 18 without parental consent and some form of financial agreement.
40503
depends on the situation. I know kids who have emancipated themselves from their parents at the age of 17. As long as you have someone to stay with cps ought to be able to get off of your back. FYI: I'm a Texan too, proud and true!
193428
according 2 law, i think theyre allowed 2 stay by themselves @ 12 & when theyre 13, they can start babysitting
909706
I think it all depends on where you live, big city, in the country, small town, ect........\n\nIt also depends on the childs maturity and level of responsibility.  Some teenagers are not responsible enough to be left alone at the age of 16; however there are some children who are responsible enough to stay home alone at age 10.\n\nYou have to use your best judgement depending on the child.
833576
most if not all do and one child needs to be at least 13 14 or it is considered neglect
311810
Hi, I'm from Carolina, and I'm not sure if there is a law for that what you asked. I think common sense plays more a part than anything. I think it is safe when a child reaches 10-12 years old. Of course there are 10-12 year olds who are dependable, and some that are not, I think it depends on your kids. I know of a 12 year old who was in daycare because his mom couldn't trust him enough to stay at home and not burn down the house, or let strangers in while she worked. Generally around that age, they should be able to stay home by themselves until a first shift working parent(s) come home for the evening. Most of the time the child is only there for 2-3 hours alone before an adult get s there, which is not bad. As a child with both parents working, I remember staying there for an hour and a half until my mother got off work. We walked home from school, me,my brother and my little sister. My bro was the oldest at  10, I was 8 and lil' sis was 5 or 6. We were good kids and me and lil' sis listened to our bro. We would not answer the phone, go outside, cook anything, or watch t.v (until homework was done) no tv until homework was done. He would threaten to tell if we didn't listen to him, and we did since he was the oldest and in charge. I am 28 now, and I'm still alive and well. That is my point. It depends on your kids! My bro was responsible at 10 years old, so my folks knew they could trust him to watch over his baby sisters!
134447
Suprisingly, California does not has a specific minimum age for a child to be left unattended at home.  I know someone who regularly leaves an 8-year-old girl at home alone.  Child Protective Services was not concerned with this situation at all.\n\nI personally think the minimum age should be 13.
988929
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.
498085
Home invasion is good for about 30 years.  Burglary is good for 10 to 15 years.\n\nFor a minor with a fake gun?  Probably juvenile home until you're 18.  Then an assessment of what you did there.  The judge isn't going to care that it was fake.
79817
There is no real minimum in most states, at least that I'm aware of, but there could be in some. The real question isn't how old the babysitter, but whether or not the parent is endangering the child by leaving them with the babysitter. A 9 year old could be completely competent to babysit, especially if she was aware of what to do in an emergency, but if something happened to the child she was watching, there could definitely be charges of child negelct/endangerment against the parents.
171243
It may differ from state to state, but I am 95-100% sure it is 12 years old.  To find out for sure, I would suggest asking child services for your county.
617538
For the best answer, you should check with your  local police department, or child welfare office. It may vary by state. I believe it is 12, but you should also be aware of the child's maturity and capability.
568965
The age of majority is 18. That's when you're considered a legal adult and you can make all your own decisions. In some cases a minor can be legally emancipated. You would want to contact a family lawyer in your local area to ask about this. Otherwise you can't leave home without parental permission until you are 18-years-old.
1169990
It depends on what state you are in. I live in Wisconsin and there is no set age. As long as it is a reasonable amount of time and as long as the child knows what to do in case of an emergency and has a list of important phone numbers.
583047
depends on your state actually. a child-under the age of 8-there is discretion for criminal law. civil laws are different-you can sue anyone. what state are you in? I may be able to find you a link.
1112564
I live in Georgia and am a man. My ex wife is abusively controlling. After our divorce she turned into super mom. Having to control every tiny thing about the children to the point of obsession. My son wants to be with me and my attorney says the judges have to consider a request at 12, strongly consider at 13, and no choice but accept the request at 14. Unless the request isnt in the best interest of the child, ie... the requested parent is a crimminal or drug addict etc...