Redmond's Curfew Laws: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles curfew laws a little differently. In Redmond, Washington, 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.

Park Curfew

Redmond parks are generally open dawn to dusk, or until 10 PM at lit facilities under RMC 12.20. After-hours presence is a civil infraction. Camping, overnight sleeping, and shelters are prohibited.

Key details: Standard Hours: Dawn to dusk. Lit Facilities: Until 10 PM. Camping: Prohibited. Violation Type: Civil infraction. Code: RMC 12.20.

Civil infraction with penalty up to $250 under RMC 12.20.060 for after-hours park presence. Criminal trespass may apply for repeat offenders.

Juvenile Curfew

Redmond has no municipal juvenile curfew ordinance, and Washington State imposes no statewide youth curfew. The city relies on state truancy law RCW 28A.225 and general parental responsibility.

Key details: City Curfew: None. State Law: No general curfew. Truancy: RCW 28A.225. Parks Closure: Applies to all ages. Contact: Redmond PD (425) 556-2500.

No municipal violation for juvenile presence in public absent other criminal conduct. Truancy is handled through the school district under RCW 28A.225.

The rules around juvenile curfew in Redmond lean permissive, but that does not mean anything goes.

The Bottom Line

Redmond'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 Redmond is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Redmond 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.