Juvenile Curfew: Kaneohe vs Urban Honolulu
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Urban Honolulu has fewer restrictions than Kaneohe.
Kaneohe, HI
Honolulu County
Kaneohe follows the state juvenile curfew under HRS Sec. 577-16 barring children under 16 from public places between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. without a parent or guardian.
View full Kaneohe 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 | Kaneohe | 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.
Kaneohe FAQ
Does Kaneohe have its own curfew ordinance?
No. Kaneohe follows state law HRS Sec. 577-16 since Honolulu has not enacted a separate county curfew.
What if my teen is 16 or older?
The state curfew only applies to children under 16. Teens 16 and older are not covered by HRS 577-16.
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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