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Curfew Laws in San Rafael, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

San Rafael bans anyone under 18 from public streets, parks or squares between 11 p.m. and daylight under SRMC §8.08.010, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian; violating minors and adults who enable it both face misdemeanor charges.

San Rafael Juvenile Curfew Hours

Significant Restrictions

San Rafael Municipal Code § 8.08.010

It is unlawful for any minor under the age of eighteen years to remain or loiter in any public street, public square, park or any public place between the hours of eleven p.m. and daylight of the following day; provided, however, that the provisions of this section do not apply to a minor accompanied by his or her parent, guardian or other adult having the care and custody of the minor.

Park Curfew

San Rafael Municipal Code § 19.20.070.B closes every city park and building between sunset and sunrise. Outside four listed exceptions, no one may enter, remain in, cross, or use any park or building during those hours, and the city manager may exclude anyone at any time to protect public property, health, safety, or the peace.

San Rafael Park Hours Sunrise To Sunset

Some Restrictions

San Rafael Municipal Code § 19.20.070.B

B.Hours. Except as provided in this subsection, parks and buildings are open for public use from sunrise until sunset. Except as provided in this subsection, no person shall enter, remain in, cross upon or use, any park, building or portion thereof, between sunset and sunrise.1.Exceptions.a.At any time, the city manager may exclude any person(s), whether or not such persons are permit holders, ...

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

Curfew Laws in Marin County