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Curfew Laws in Detroit, MI (2026)

2 verified curfew laws for Detroit, Michigan, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

Detroit bars minors 15 and under from public streets and parks 8 p.m.-6 a.m. (10 p.m.-6 a.m. during daylight saving), and 16-17 year-olds from 10 p.m., 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Detroit Juvenile Curfew Hours

Some Restrictions

Detroit City Code § 29-3-11

It is unlawful for a minor to be on a public street, sidewalk, playground, vacant lot, or other unsupervised public place, during the following restricted times: (1) For minors age 15 years and under: a. During standard time: from 8:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m.; and b. During daylight savings time: from 10:00 p.m. through 6:00 a.m. (2) For minors ages 16 and 17 years: a. During standard time: from...

Park Curfew

Detroit closes all city parks and public places nightly from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; loitering, picnicking, or congregating during that window is prohibited unless posted signs allow different hours.

Detroit City Parks Close 10 PM to 6 AM

Some Restrictions

Detroit City Code § 33-1-15

All City parks and public places, as defined in Section 33-1-1 of this Code, shall be closed to the public from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., unless posted signs designate a different period of closure. No person shall congregate, loiter, party, picnic, or remain upon or within any City park or public place during the time of closure.(b)Under circumstances considered by the Police Department to be h...

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