Sch 1 (The Criminal Code), s 364A
In forceLeaving a child under 12 unattended
Schedule 1The Criminal Code
Part 5Offences against the person and relating to marriage and parental rights and duties
364A Leaving a child under 12 unattended
(1)
A person who, having the lawful care or charge of a child under 12 years, leaves the child for an unreasonable time without making reasonable provision for the supervision and care of the child during that time commits a misdemeanour.Maximum penalty—3 years imprisonment.
(2)
Whether the time is unreasonable depends on all the relevant circumstances. sch 1 pt 5 ch 34 s 364A ins 2008 No. 55 s 64
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