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Curfew Laws in San Mateo, CA (2026)

2 verified curfew laws for San Mateo, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

The City of San Mateo does not maintain a local juvenile curfew ordinance. San Mateo County enacted an emergency countywide curfew during the 2020 civil unrest but that was temporary. Standard juvenile supervision is enforced through state law including truancy provisions during school hours.

San Mateo Juvenile Curfew

Few Restrictions

Park Curfew

San Mateo city parks generally operate from dawn to dusk unless otherwise posted. Being in a park after posted closing hours is a violation of the parks and recreation rules. Some facilities with lighting have extended hours for permitted activities.

San Mateo Park Hours

Some Restrictions

Looking for San Mateo County county-wide rules?

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

Curfew Laws in San Mateo County