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How Citrus Heights Handles Curfew Laws: A Practical Guide

By CityRuleLookup Editorial Team

Citrus Heights maintains 113 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with curfew laws. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Citrus Heights falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Park Curfew

Citrus Heights parks are generally closed from sunset or 10:00 PM until sunrise or 6:00 AM. Being in a park after hours without a permit is an infraction. The Sunrise Recreation & Park District and the city maintain parks jointly within Citrus Heights.

Key details: Close: Sunset / 10:00 PM typical. Open: Sunrise / 6:00 AM. Operator: Sunrise Rec & Park District. After-Hours: Permit required. Alcohol: Prohibited.

Infraction citation typically $100-$250. Officers may require parties to disperse before issuing citations.

Juvenile Curfew

Citrus Heights enforces a juvenile curfew under its Municipal Code. Minors under 18 are generally prohibited from being in public places between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM unless accompanied by a parent, running an errand for a parent, traveling to/from work or a school/religious event, or exercising First Amendment rights.

Key details: Age: Under 18. Hours: 10:00 PM - 5:00 AM. Exceptions: Parent, work, school, religion, 1A. Enforcement: Citrus Heights PD. Parent Liability: Yes for knowing violations.

Infraction fines typically start at $100-$250. Repeat violations may escalate to misdemeanor prosecution of a responsible parent. Minors are generally released to parents.

The Bottom Line

Citrus Heights'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 Citrus Heights is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Citrus Heights can amend these rules at any council meeting. For the most current version of any rule mentioned here, check the specific ordinance page, where we track updates as they happen.