Altadena's Curfew Laws: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles curfew laws a little differently. In Altadena, California, there are 2 distinct rules that residents and property owners should be aware of. Some are stricter than what neighboring cities enforce, and others are more relaxed. Here is what you need to know.

Juvenile Curfew

LA County Code Section 13.56 sets a curfew for minors under 18 from 10:00 p.m. to sunrise (school nights) and 12:00 midnight on weekends, in any public place in unincorporated areas.

Key details: Code Section: LA County Code Ch. 13.56. School Nights: 10 p.m. – sunrise. Weekends: Midnight – sunrise. Age: Under 18.

Curfew violation is an infraction — fine up to $250 or community service. Parents may also be cited if the violation results from negligent supervision (PC 272).

Park Curfew

County parks in Altadena (e.g., Loma Alta, Farnsworth, Charles White Park) close at sunset. LA County Code Section 17.04.530 makes it unlawful to be in a county park between sunset and sunrise without special permit.

Key details: Code Section: LA County Code 17.04.530. Default Hours: Sunrise to sunset. Eaton Canyon: Closes at sunset. Fines: ~$100 infraction.

After-hours park presence: infraction citation, fine typically $100. Repeat offenses or accompanying nuisance can escalate to misdemeanor under Title 13.

The Bottom Line

Altadena's curfew laws rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Altadena is broadly strict or permissive.

These rules come from Altadena's publicly available municipal code. For complete penalty schedules, exemption details, and answers to common questions, see the individual ordinance pages throughout this guide.