Curfew Laws in Rothschild, WI

If you live in Rothschild or are thinking about moving there, curfew laws are one of those things you probably won't think about until they affect you directly. Rothschild has 2 specific rules on the books covering different aspects of curfew laws, and some of them might surprise you.

Park Curfew

Rothschild's Chief of Police sets the hours during which Village parks close to the public, and the hours must be posted at the park. No one may be inside a park once it closes for the night.

Key details: Who sets hours: Chief of Police. Notice method: Posted sign in the park. Adopted: July 28, 1997. First-offense fine: $10 to $100. Governing section: Village Code § 416-5.

Being present in a Village park after its posted closing hours is a violation of § 416-5, subject to the general penalty in § 1-2: a fine of $10 to $100 for a first offense and $50 to $500 for a repeat offense of the same ordinance within one year, plus costs of prosecution.

Juvenile Curfew

Rothschild bars minors from public places between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday nights, and from 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. Parents and business owners who knowingly let a minor stay out during curfew are liable too.

Key details: Weeknight curfew: 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sun-Thu. Weekend curfew: 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., Fri-Sat night. Parent liability: Yes, if knowingly permitted. Business liability: Yes, if knowingly allowed. Number of defenses listed: 9 statutory defenses.

A minor found in a public place or on an establishment's premises during curfew hours, or a parent or business owner who knowingly permits it, violates § 422-6 and is subject to the § 1-2 general penalty: $10 to $100 for a first offense, $50 to $500 for a repeat offense within a year, plus costs of prosecution.

Compared to other cities, Rothschild takes a harder line on juvenile curfew. The enforcement and penalty structure reflects that.

The Bottom Line

Rothschild'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 Rothschild is broadly strict or permissive.

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