Need to run a few errands and can’t find a babysitter? You might be wondering if your child is old enough to stay home alone.

It might be for a quick trip to the grocery store or because of an 8-hour workday, but all parents eventually ask themselves: "Can I leave my kid home alone?" For that matter, is it legal in Missouri?

Here's what the law says in the Show Me State about leaving children home by themselves, and what parents might want to consider regarding their child's welfare before shutting the door and stepping away for a few hours.

At what age can a child be left home alone in Missouri?

While some states have laws on leaving children unattended at home, Missouri doesn't have any laws specifying a legal age for a child to be left alone.

It's important to note, however, the M

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