Clearwater vs Seminole
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Clearwater, FL and Seminole, FL?
Seminole has fewer restrictions than Clearwater.
Clearwater, FL
Pinellas County
Clearwater enforces juvenile curfew rules adopted by reference from Florida Statutes Sec. 877.20 through 877.24, restricting minors in public places during overnight and certain school-day hours.
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Pinellas County
Pinellas County's juvenile curfew applies in Seminole, prohibiting minors under 17 from public places between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. weekdays, and midnight to 5:00 a.m. weekends.
View full Seminole rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Clearwater | Seminole |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Age Covered | - | Under 17 |
| Weeknight Hours | - | 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. |
| Weekend Hours | - | Midnight to 5 a.m. |
| Parent Liability | - | Possible for repeat offenses |
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Clearwater FAQ
What time does Clearwater's curfew start for teens?
Under the Florida Sec. 877.22 framework adopted by Clearwater, minors under 16 must be off public streets after 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and after 12:01 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
What happens if a Clearwater minor violates curfew?
A first offense yields a written warning. A second offense is a civil infraction carrying a $50 fine, and officers may transport the minor to a designated facility while contacting parents.
Seminole FAQ
What time is curfew for teens in Seminole?
Minors under 17 must be off public streets after 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and after midnight Friday and Saturday, with curfew lifting at 5 a.m. each morning.
Are there exceptions to the curfew?
Yes. Minors accompanied by a parent, traveling to or from work or school events, attending religious activities, or responding to an emergency are exempt from the curfew restrictions.
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