Curfew Laws in Hartford, CT (2026)
2 verified curfew laws for Hartford, Connecticut, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Juvenile Curfew
Hartford bars anyone under 18 from loitering on the streets, in a theater, or in any other public place after 9:00 p.m. unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or another adult with custody, under Municipal Code § 25-4. A conviction goes through community court and can carry a fine up to $90.00, community service, or up to 25 days in jail.
Hartford Curfew for Minors Is 9:00 P.M.
Some RestrictionsHartford Municipal Code § 25-4
It shall be unlawful for any child under the age of eighteen (18) years to loiter on the streets or in any theater or other public place in the City after 9:00 p.m., unless such child is accompanied by his/her parents or guardian, or other adult person into whose care and custody such child has been committed by his/her parent or guardian. ... A person who violates any provision of this chapter...
Park Curfew
Hartford closes its parks, playgrounds, and recreation facilities from dusk (a half-hour after sunset) until dawn (a half-hour before sunrise) unless a special event permit allows otherwise.
Hartford Park Dawn-to-Dusk Hours
Some RestrictionsHartford Municipal Code § 26-45
(a)No person or vehicle shall enter or remain in any park, playground or other recreation facility under the direction or control of the Director of Public Works or the Director of Human Services, before dawn or after dusk except as provided in subsections (b) and (d) of this section. For purposes of this section, dawn shall mean a half-hour before sunrise and dusk shall mean a half-hour after ...