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At what age can you leave kids home alone? The answer is
At what age can you leave kids home alone? The answer is surprisingly murky. The law states what constitutes a "reasonable" period for leaving a child unsupervised, depending on relevant circumstances.
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Published 03 Nov 2026, 00:57 UTC · Updated 03 Nov 2026, 01:02 UTC
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