Curfew Laws in Chicago, IL (2026)
1 verified curfew laws for Chicago, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Juvenile Curfew
Minors under 18 face citywide curfew: 10 p.m.-6 a.m. for those 12+, earlier for younger kids, with fines up to $500.
Chicago Juvenile Curfew Hours
Significant RestrictionsMunicipal Code of Chicago § 8-16-020
"Curfew hours" means: (A) For minors 12 years of age or older, 10:00 p.m. on any day until 6:00 a.m. of the following day... A minor commits an offense if he remains in any public place or on the premises of any establishment within the city during curfew hours... punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00...
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