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Curfew Laws in Paterson, NJ (2026)

2 verified curfew laws for Paterson, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

Paterson enforces a juvenile curfew for minors under 17. Nighttime curfew hours typically run 11 PM to 6 AM on school nights with later weekend hours.

Paterson Juvenile Curfew Hours

Some Restrictions

Park Curfew

Paterson parks close at posted hours, typically dusk or 10 to 11 PM. After-hours presence is a trespassing violation enforced by police.

Paterson Park Curfew & Closing Times

Some Restrictions

Looking for Passaic County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Paterson city rules.

Curfew Laws in Passaic County