Denver, CO Curfew Laws: Juvenile Curfew (2026)
Key Facts
- Weeknight curfew
- 11:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m. (Sun–Thu)
- Weekend curfew
- 12:01 a.m.–5:00 a.m. (Sat, Sun)
- Covers ages
- Under 18
- Parent liability
- Parent/guardian also liable if minor violates
Summary
Denver bars minors under 18 from public places 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on school nights and 12:01 a.m. to 5 a.m. on weekends, with listed exceptions.
Curfew hours means: a. 11:00 p.m. on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday until 5:00 a.m. the following day; and b. 12:01 a.m. on any Saturday or Sunday until 5:00 a.m. on the same day. ... It shall be unlawful for a minor to be in any public place or on the premises of any establishment during curfew hours, unless he or she is: (1) Accompanied by his or her parent or guardian...
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 147 Update 3).
Full Breakdown
Denver Revised Municipal Code § 34-61 sets curfew hours as 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday until 5:00 a.m. the next day, and 12:01 a.m. until 5:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. During those hours a minor (under 18) may not be in any public place or on the premises of any establishment unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, in the custody of an adult with the parent's written consent, in a vehicle on interstate travel, or going to/from/at work. A parent or guardian who knowingly permits or fails to control a minor's violation is also liable. Section 34-62 lists affirmative defenses including emergencies, being on the sidewalk at home, and supervised school, religious, or city-sponsored activities.
Violations & Fines
Curfew violations are enforced by Denver Police citation; § 34-62.5 requires the city attorney's office to report citation counts, sentences, and demographic data to city council twice a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Denver minor be out past curfew for work?
Is a Denver minor's own sidewalk exempt from curfew?
Sources & Official References
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