Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Curfew: Know the Law in DC
The Juvenile Curfew Act of 1995 (DC Code 2-1541 et. seq.) states that persons under the age of 17 cannot remain in or on a street, park or other outdoor public place, in a vehicle or on the premises of any establishment within the District of Columbia during curfew hours, unless they are involved in certain exempted activities.
For the months of September through June:
- Curfew begins at 11 pm on Sunday through Thursday nights, and continues until 6 am the following day
- Curfew hours are 12:01 am to 6 am on Saturday and Sunday (curfew on "Friday night" begins at 12:01 am Saturday; curfew on "Saturday night" begins at 12:01 am Sunday)
During July and August only:
- Curfew hours are 12:01 am to 6 am, seven days a week
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