Juvenile Curfew: Midway City vs Newport Beach
How do juvenile curfew rules compare between Midway City, CA and Newport Beach, CA?
Newport Beach has fewer restrictions than Midway City.
Midway City, 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.
View full Midway City rules →Newport Beach, CA
Orange County
Newport Beach enforces a juvenile curfew under NBMC Chapter 10.28 prohibiting minors under 18 from being in public places during curfew hours. On school nights (Sunday through Thursday), curfew runs from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. On weekend nights (Friday and Saturday), curfew runs from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Exceptions include employment, emergencies, and parental accompaniment.
View full Newport Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Midway City | Newport Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday Curfew | 10 PM — 6 AM | - |
| Weekend Curfew | 11 PM — 6 AM | 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM Fri-Sat |
| Age | Under 18 | - |
| Enforcement | OC Sheriff's Department | - |
| School Night Curfew | - | 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM Sun-Thu |
| Age Covered | - | Under 18 years old |
| Parent Liability | - | Yes, for knowingly permitting |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Midway City 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.
Newport Beach FAQ
What are the curfew hours for minors in Newport Beach?
On school nights (Sunday through Thursday), curfew is 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. On weekend nights (Friday and Saturday), curfew is 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM for anyone under 18 years old.
What happens if my teenager is caught out past curfew?
On the first offense, NBPD officers typically contact the parent and transport the minor home or to the station for pickup. A warning is issued. Repeat offenses may result in fines up to $250 per violation.
Are there exceptions to the Newport Beach curfew?
Yes. Exceptions include minors accompanied by a parent, traveling to or from work, in an emergency, attending religious services, exercising First Amendment rights, or standing on the sidewalk in front of their home.
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