92Offence to leave child unattended

92 Offence to leave child unattended

(1)  A person who has the control or charge of a child must not leave the child without making reasonable provision for the child's supervision and care for a time which is unreasonable.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 15 penalty units or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 months, or both.

(2)  Proceedings for an offence under subsection (1)  –

(a) must not be brought against a person who is under 16 years of age and is not the parent of the child; and

(b) may only be brought after consultation with the Secretary.