Juvenile Curfew: East Honolulu vs Urban Honolulu
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between East Honolulu, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Urban Honolulu has fewer restrictions than East Honolulu.
East Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
East Honolulu follows the Hawaii state juvenile curfew under HRS 577-16. Children under 16 cannot be in public places between 10 pm and 4 am without a parent or guardian.
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Honolulu County
Honolulu has no separate juvenile curfew, so Urban Honolulu follows HRS Sec. 577-16: children under 16 may not be in public places between 10:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. without a parent or guardian.
View full Urban Honolulu rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Honolulu | Urban Honolulu |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Statute | - | HRS Sec. 577-16 |
| Age Covered | - | Under 16 |
| Curfew Hours | - | 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. |
| Enforcement | - | Honolulu Police |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
East Honolulu FAQ
Can my 15-year-old walk home from Hawaii Kai Towne Center at 11 pm alone?
No. HRS 577-16 prohibits unaccompanied minors under 16 in public places between 10 pm and 4 am. A parent or guardian must accompany them.
Does the curfew apply at beach parks?
Yes. Public parks and beach parks are public places covered by HRS 577-16. Park closure hours under ROH Sec. 10-1.2 may also apply.
Urban Honolulu FAQ
What is the teen curfew in Waikiki?
Under HRS Sec. 577-16, anyone under 16 must not be in public between 10:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. without a parent or guardian. HPD actively enforces in Waikiki.
Are there exceptions to the curfew?
Yes, travel directly to or from employment and emergencies are typical exceptions. The rule is codified in HRS Sec. 577-16, not a local Honolulu ordinance.
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