From the Arlington, VA Human Services web site:
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Whenever any child is unsupervised/unattended:
There must be no emotional, medical, or behavioral problems that affect the child’s judgment or decision-making.
The child must be comfortable being alone.
All youths, including teens, must have a safety plan worked out with the parent/caretaker including:
How to access a parent or other responsible adult at all times (knowing the adult’s whereabouts and telephone number).
What to do in case of an emergency.
Guidelines for acceptable behavior.
Youth must demonstrate the ability to follow the safety plan and make good decisions about personal safety.
Supervision Guidelines:
8 years and under: Should not be left alone for any period of time. This includes leaving children unattended in cars, playgrounds, and yards.
9 to 10 years: Should not be left alone for more than 1 ½ hours and only during daylight and early evening hours.
11 to 12 years: May be left alone for up to 3 hours, but not late at night or in circumstances requiring adult supervision.
13 to 15 years: May be left unsupervised, but not overnight.
16 to 17 years: May be left unsupervised for up to two consecutive overnight periods.
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Aren't you glad we have the government looking out for our families? Otherwise, we humans would become extinct!
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