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by evan_miller 4225 days ago
Additionally they may also legally earn money. How else would children appear in movies?

The particulars vary by state, but here's a quick glimpse as to the federal perspective: http://www.dol.gov/elaws/faq/esa/flsa/026.htm

And of course one may work for one's self (start a startup) at any age.