Elgin enforces juvenile curfew laws. Minors accompanied by parents/guardians or on emergency errands are exempt. Violations result in written notices to parents. Contact Juvenile Investigative Unit at 847-289-2627.
Elgin enforces a juvenile curfew ordinance. The curfew does not apply to minors accompanied by their parent, guardian, or responsible adult, or on emergency errands or legitimate business directed by parents. First violations result in a written 'Notice to Appear' to the parents. Subsequent violations lead to escalating enforcement including potential fines for parents. Contact the Juvenile Investigative Unit at 847-289-2627 for details.
First offense: Notice to Appear to parents. Subsequent: fines for parents. Contact: 847-289-2627.
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