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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It seems like the law and regulations are unclear and that there's even some contradiction, since MCPS recognizes that children may walk to and from school without an adult. Some posters think what these parents did is illegal. Many others think it is not illegal.

It would help all parents if the authorities would issue clear guidance as to whether children under a certain age may be outside without an adult, walk to and from school or a park without adult supervision, etc. [/quote]

[b]It's pretty clearly illegal.[/b] Many posters think it shouldn't be, not that it isn't.  I bet we'll get plenty of clarity very soon.  Though there's a lot to be said for agency discretion in these matters. [/quote]

Is it? There seems to be disagreement. So you think it is illegal for children under the age of 8 to play outside without an adult present? [/quote]

Yes, if it's completely unsupervised. [b]That doesn't include on the block[/b] or on the street where the parents can see them or in the yard where the parents can check through the window every once in a while.[/quote]

I live in Silver Spring, not blocks from, but yes close to downtown (in 20910), and one block from a park where there is play equipment.  My kids, ages 10 and 7, sometimes walk or scooter that one block to the park and play.  They are on the block, but out of my sight.

Illegal?  Show me where it says that.  [/quote]

Most laws don't spell out every possible scenario.  It's general.  This is true in nearly every area of law.  If you are uncertain how it might apply to your situation you could call CpS and ask. [/quote]

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