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Question: How old can a kid stay home and baby sitt

Answer: There is no law stating an age a child can begin babysitting. It is a judgment call on the part of the parents of the babysitter and the people who are having you babysit.

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On 09/16/05
Tracy from OK said:
I was told by a DHS worker that my 9 year old son could stay at home on his own for a short period of time but, he could not be in charge of his 2 younger siblings.
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