I am confused; if you leave a child (or a dog) in a car in the heat you face far more serious charges than this couple is facing. Why is it different if it is cold? I realize 36 degrees is not freezing, but if the child was wet- then with that temperature there is the chance of the child suffering from exposure. Not that it would be right in any weather- the child is only 2, and should not be left alone anywhere much less a vehicle. This couple are not parents, by any stretch- and should not be responsible.
Sorry, that last sentence didn’t make sense- let me try again-
The parents have proved they are not responsible enough to have children- so the child needs to be taken away.
I agree. It had to be dark outside too. Even though the parking lot is likely lighted, that is not enough light for a 2 year old. The cold too.. how could they? Sad for this child, sad for his parents with their poor priorities.