Juvenile Curfew: Kailua vs Urban Honolulu
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Kailua, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Urban Honolulu has fewer restrictions than Kailua.
Kailua, HI
Honolulu County
Kailua follows the state juvenile curfew under HRS Sec. 577-16, which bars children under 16 from public places between 10:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. without a parent or guardian.
View full Kailua rules →Urban Honolulu, HI
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 | Kailua | 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.
Kailua FAQ
Does the curfew apply to older teens in Kailua?
No. HRS 577-16 applies only to children under 16. Older teens are not covered by this state curfew.
Can my child be out after curfew with a parent?
Yes. Minors accompanied by a parent or legal guardian are exempt from the 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. curfew.
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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