Home Alone
Home Alone Questions and Answers
How long can I leave my child at home alone for?
How long can I leave my child at home alone for?
There is no law that says for how long a child can be left at home alone, but it is an offence if they are put at risk. For example, a parent who leaves a 12 year old alone at home to take a short trip to the local shops would not be committing an offence, but leaving a 14 year old at home alone for a week would be an offence.
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