Juvenile Curfew: Camarillo vs Simi Valley
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Camarillo, CA and Simi Valley, CA?
Camarillo and Simi Valley have similar restriction levels.
Camarillo, CA
Ventura County
Camarillo Municipal Code Chapter 10.60 establishes curfew hours for minors. The ordinance restricts minors from being in public places during late-night hours and provides defenses for legitimate activities such as employment, emergencies, and First Amendment activities.
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Ventura County
Ventura County Ordinance Code §6249 addresses juvenile loitering in unincorporated areas. Parents may be cited for allowing minors to loiter. Violations are infractions under §6249-3.
View full Simi Valley rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Camarillo | Simi Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Authority | CMC Chapter 10.60 | - |
| Enforcement | Camarillo Police (Ventura Co. Sheriff) | Sheriff (805) 654-9511 |
| Defenses | Employment, emergency, 1st Amendment | - |
| Parents | May also be cited for violations | - |
| Police Contact | (805) 388-5100 | - |
| Ordinance | - | §6249 Juvenile Loitering |
| Parental Liability | - | §6249-1 |
| Penalty | - | Infraction ($100/$200/$500) |
| Code Section | - | Div 6, Ch 2, Art 4 |
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Camarillo FAQ
What is the curfew for minors in Camarillo?
CMC Chapter 10.60 establishes curfew hours for minors in Camarillo. Minors found in public places during curfew hours without a parent or guardian may be cited. Contact Camarillo Police at (805) 388-5100 for current curfew hour details.
What are the exceptions to the curfew?
CMC 10.60.030 provides defenses including: accompanying a parent/guardian, running an errand for a parent, traveling to/from employment, emergency situations, First Amendment activities, and traveling through the city.
Can parents be fined for curfew violations?
Yes. CMC 10.60.020 allows citations for parents or guardians who knowingly permit their minor child to violate curfew hours. Penalties are established in Section 10.60.040.
Simi Valley FAQ
Does Ventura County have a juvenile curfew?
Ventura County has a juvenile loitering ordinance (§6249) rather than a traditional curfew with specific overnight hours. The Sheriff enforces in unincorporated areas.
Can parents be fined?
Yes. Section 6249-1 establishes parental responsibility. Parents allowing juvenile loitering may be cited separately.
Who enforces juvenile loitering?
The Ventura County Sheriff's Department at (805) 654-9511 for unincorporated areas.
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