To properly answer your question, we would have to know which state you are referring to.
How long can a child of 12 years old be left at home alone in the state of Maryland?
The state of Louisiana does not have a law that states the age in which a child can be left home alone. However it is never recommended that a child under age 12 be left home alone for any period of time.
There are no laws that state what age is appropriate for a child to be left alone nationally, so each state has their own guidelines. The state of Kansas recommends a child be 12 years old prior to being left alone.
10 or 11
13 is the legal age for a child to be left alone in the US
The state of Texas does not have a minimum age law stating when a child is old enough to be left home alone. Leaving teenagers at home alone overnight, is not recommended.
12!
In the state of Illinois, the legal age to stay home alone is age fourteen. Any parent that has a child under the age of fourteen who is left home alone will be charged with abandonment.
No! A child has to be 10 years ol to stay home alone!
I think it sould be mostly up to the parent but it should be when the child is mature enough to handle themselves and emergency situations. They should not be left home alone for too long the first time and go over the emergency procedures with your child.You may gradually increase the time alone if it is okay with the child. DO NOT LEAVE THE CHILD ALONE IF THEY DONT WANT TO BE LEFT HOME ALONE!!!!!
Twelve
A child could usually stay home at the age of 7, but an ethical and responsible person wouldn't leave their child home alone before the age of 12.