Juvenile Curfew: Fullerton vs Garden Grove
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Fullerton, CA and Garden Grove, CA?
Fullerton and Garden Grove have similar restriction levels.
Fullerton, CA
Orange County
Orange County's curfew ordinance under Title 3, Division 6, Article 1 prohibits minors under 18 from being in public places during nighttime hours — 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM on weekdays and 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM on weekends — with exceptions for work, emergencies, and supervised activities.
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Orange County
Garden Grove Municipal Code Chapter 9.08 imposes a curfew on minors under 18 years of age. Minors may not be in public places between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM Friday and Saturday nights, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian or covered by an exception such as employment, school events, or emergencies.
View full Garden Grove rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fullerton | Garden Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Curfew | 10 PM — 6 AM | - |
| Weekend Curfew | 11 PM — 6 AM | 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Fri-Sat) |
| Age | Under 18 | Under 18 years old |
| Enforcement | OC Sheriff's Department | - |
| Weeknight Curfew | - | 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Sun-Thu) |
| Daytime Curfew | - | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM on school days |
| Parent Liability | - | Parents may be cited separately |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fullerton FAQ
What are the curfew hours for minors in unincorporated Orange County?
Weekdays (Sunday-Thursday): 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Weekends (Friday-Saturday): 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Minors under 18 cannot be in public places during these hours without a valid exception.
What exceptions exist for the Orange County juvenile curfew?
Minors may be out during curfew if accompanied by a parent/guardian, traveling to or from work, attending supervised school/religious/civic activities, or responding to an emergency.
Garden Grove FAQ
What is the curfew for minors in Garden Grove?
Minors under 18 must be off public streets by 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday nights. Curfew ends at 6:00 AM. A daytime curfew also applies during school hours (8:30 AM to 1:30 PM on school days).
What are the exceptions to Garden Grove's juvenile curfew?
Exceptions include being accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling to or from work, attending school or civic events, running errands with parental written authorization, exercising First Amendment rights, and emergencies.
Can parents be fined for their child's curfew violation?
Yes. Parents or guardians who knowingly allow their minor to violate curfew may be cited separately under Municipal Code Chapter 9.08. Fines escalate from $100 to $500 for repeat offenses.
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