Local towns and counties, however, have implemented their own curfew ordinances further limiting nighttime hours that underage residents can be in public places. In Plymouth, residents ages 15-17 cannot be in public places from midnight to 5 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays or from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. all other days. Those under 15 cannot be in public places from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Anyone under the age of 18 is prohibited from visiting the Oakhill Cemetery from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Possible penalties include $10 for the first violation, $25 for the second, and the third violation will result in a citation and $50 fine.
In Culver, the curfew for ages 15-17 is between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. other days of the week. Those under 15 cannot be in public places between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. any day of the week. Violations include a fine between $10 and $100.
The ordinance in place for the town of Argos states that any child between the ages of 15 and 17 cannot be in a public place between midnight and 5 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, or between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. on all other days. Those 15 years old and younger cannot be in a public place between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. on any day.
Exceptions to these curfews do apply, however, such as minors accompanied by a parent or guardian or other adult with parental permission. Ordinances also allow for exceptions when going to or returning from work, school or a religious event.
For information on the curfew ordinance specific to your community, contact your local police agency, clerk’s office or auditor’s office.
