Shreveport's Curfew Laws: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles curfew laws a little differently. In Shreveport, Louisiana, 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

Shreveport city parks close at 9:00 p.m. in standard time and 10:00 p.m. during daylight saving time, opening at 5:00 a.m. A second tier closes at 8:00 p.m., and several riverfront parks stay open around the clock.

Key details: Standard-time closing: 9:00 p.m. most parks. Daylight-saving closing: 10:00 p.m. most parks. Opening time: 5:00 a.m.. 24-hour parks: Clyde Fant, Red River Trail. Code section: Municipal Code § 62-29.

Entering or remaining in a closed park or park facility is unlawful under § 62-29(i) and is punishable under the general penalty, a fine up to $1,000.00 or 60 days in jail.

Juvenile Curfew

Shreveport bars anyone under 18 from public property and public businesses between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., with the curfew starting at midnight on Friday and Saturday. Parents and businesses face fines up to $500.

Key details: Curfew hours: 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.. Friday and Saturday: Midnight to 5:00 a.m.. Covered age: Under 18 years old. Parent fine: Up to $500, not suspendable. Code section: Municipal Code §§ 50-201 to 50-205.

Parents face a fine up to $500.00 for a first violation and not less than $500.00 for later ones; business owners and employees are fined $500.00. No fine may be reduced or suspended.

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

The Bottom Line

Shreveport'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 Shreveport is broadly strict or permissive.

Keep in mind that Shreveport 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.