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Contra Costa County, CA Curfew Laws: Juvenile Curfew (2026)

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Code chapter: CCC 54-4
Hours: 10 PM - 5 AM
Age: Under 18
First fine: Up to $100
Parent liability: Yes, knowingly allowing

City-specific rules exist: San Ramon, Concord, Richmond, Antioch, Brentwood, Martinez, Oakley, Walnut Creek, and Pittsburg have their own juvenile curfew rules that differ from Contra Costa County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

Contra Costa County Code Chapter 54-4 imposes a curfew on minors under 18 from 10 PM to 5 AM in unincorporated areas, with exceptions for accompanied minors, emergencies, and First Amendment activity.

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Contra Costa County Ordinance Code Chapter 54-4 prohibits minors under 18 from being in or upon any public place, including streets, highways, parks, and vacant lots, between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM. Standard exceptions include: minors accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other authorized adult; minors engaged in lawful employment or traveling directly to/from employment; minors responding to emergencies; minors returning home directly from school, religious, or civic activities; and minors exercising First Amendment rights (speech, assembly, free exercise of religion). Violations are infractions with fines up to $100 for a first offense and up to $250 for subsequent offenses, plus potential juvenile court referral. Parents or guardians who knowingly permit curfew violations may also be cited. The curfew does not apply to emancipated minors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the curfew apply if I'm going home from work?

No. Minors traveling directly to or from lawful employment are exempt from the curfew.

Can I be cited for attending a late-night religious event?

No. First Amendment activity including religious observance is exempt from enforcement.

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