The following table lists legal age restrictions for children left at home alone categorized by state within the U.S. Please note that city and county ordinances within each state may have more definitive and restrictive laws. Call your State DHS or local child welfare agency to learn about age guidelines in your area.
| State | Minimum Age | Reference |
| Alabama | None | Alabama Babysitting Laws |
| Alaska | Unknown | No Resource Found |
The following is taken with permission from http://www.latchkey-kids.com.
* These states do not set a specific age after which a child can legally stay home alone, and do provide recommendations.
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