Baltimore enforces a juvenile curfew requiring minors under 17 to be off public streets by 11 PM on weeknights and midnight on weekends, with the Baltimore Police Department authorized to detain and return curfew violators.
Baltimore's juvenile curfew applies to minors under age 17. On Sunday through Thursday nights, minors must be off public streets and places by 11:00 PM and may not be out before 5:00 AM. On Friday and Saturday nights, the curfew extends to midnight. Exceptions include minors accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling to or from employment, attending supervised activities, or responding to emergencies. The Baltimore Police Department enforces the curfew by detaining minors and returning them to their parents or guardians. Parents or guardians of repeat curfew violators may also face penalties.
First-time violations typically result in the minor being returned to their parent or guardian with a warning. Repeat violations may result in fines against parents/guardians (up to $500) and community service requirements. Persistent violations may be referred to juvenile court.
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