NOTE: This story first published in July 2024. We're bringing it back as part of our holiday coverage.

Kids are home this week for Thanksgiving break, but that doesn't necessarily mean their parents aren't working.

All parents eventually ask themselves: "Can I leave my kid home alone?" For that matter, is it legal in Indiana?

Here's what the law says in the Hoosier 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 kids be left home alone in Indiana?

Technically, there's no law in the Indiana Code that prevents children from being left home alone. Hoosier parents have discretion on when it's appropriate to do so based on the maturity level

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