Juvenile Curfew: Alpharetta vs Roswell
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Alpharetta, GA and Roswell, GA?
Alpharetta and Roswell have similar restriction levels.
Alpharetta, GA
Fulton County
Unincorporated Fulton County's juvenile curfew (adopted Feb 2023) prohibits unsupervised minors 17 and under in public places between 8 p.m. Sun-Thu and 12:01 a.m. Fri-Sat through 6 a.m.
View full Alpharetta rules →Roswell, GA
Fulton County
Roswell follows Fulton County's 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors 16 and under. Exceptions apply when the minor is accompanied by a parent, traveling to/from work or school activities, on an emergency errand, or driving on the interstate.
View full Roswell rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Alpharetta | Roswell |
|---|---|---|
| Unincorp. Fulton (Sun-Thu) | 8 p.m.–6 a.m. | - |
| Atlanta | 11 p.m.–6 a.m. | - |
| Max parent fine | $500 | - |
| Hours | - | 11 p.m. - 6 a.m. |
| Age Covered | - | 16 and under unaccompanied |
| Authority | - | Fulton County + Roswell PD enforcement |
| Exceptions | - | Parent, work/school, emergency |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Alpharetta FAQ
Is my teen subject to this in Sandy Springs?
Sandy Springs has its own curfew; Fulton County rule applies in unincorporated.
What if my child is going home from work?
Direct travel to/from employment is an exception.
Roswell FAQ
What is Roswell's curfew for minors?
11 p.m. to 6 a.m. for unaccompanied minors 16 and under, following Fulton County's curfew ordinance. Exceptions apply for parent-accompanied travel and travel to/from work or school activities.
Can I get cited for my child being out past curfew?
Yes. Repeat violations can result in citation of the parent under parental-responsibility provisions, with fines under the city's general penalty clause.
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