California currently does not have any laws that specify how old a child has to be to be left home alone. It is ultimately left up to the parents to make this decision.
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No, they have not reached the age of majority. Until that age, 18 in California, the parents are going to be responsible and make the decisions.
The legal age that a person must be to pick up a child from daycare is 18. They must also be legally on record as a designated person to pick up the child.
Im not sure what the laws in WA are, but in NYS its actually the age that they can be able to call and communicate properly with 911 if necissary, can recite where the parents are, and can recite their home address. No kidding, this is actually how it is interperated; there is no actual age requirement in the law. Legal Age 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).
12 California as the majority of states does not have established "home alone" laws. As difficult as it may be to understand the general criteria used when incidents are brought to the attention of investigators is; "Can this child take care of themselves?" and "Was the child left in a dangerous or unsuitable environment?" States that have "home alone" laws have made them so vague and difficult to enforce that the reality is, a child of any age can be left at home for any length of time and it is not against the law unless (until) the child is injured or worse.
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In Ohio, there is no specific age limit set for latchkey kids. It is up to parents or guardians to determine if their child is mature and responsible enough to be left alone at home. However, the general guideline is around 12 years old. It is important to consider the child's maturity, safety, and ability to handle emergencies before making this decision.
California has not passed a law regarding this issue.
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When they can say it.
In California, parents are legally responsible for their children until they reach the age of 18.
Carol A Hartman has written: 'Comparing a school sponsored latchkey program and self care' -- subject(s): School-age child care, Latchkey children
No, they have not reached the age of majority. Until that age, 18 in California, the parents are going to be responsible and make the decisions.
In California, there is no specific minimum age requirement to be a legal parent. However, individuals under 18 may need parental consent or a court order to establish certain parental rights.
In California, a child can legally move out without parental consent at the age of 18. At 18, they are considered adults and are free to make their own decisions about living arrangements.
The age of emancipation is 18 in California.
15 is the real age to make legal decisions. Not all, just most.