Glendale enforces a juvenile curfew under Chapter 26 (Offenses) of the City Code. Minors under 16 must be off public streets and places between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM on school nights (Sunday-Thursday). On weekends (Friday-Saturday), the curfew is 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Exceptions exist for minors accompanied by a parent, traveling to/from work, or attending authorized events.
Glendale imposes juvenile curfew restrictions for minors under 17 (some cities under 18). Typical school night curfew is 11 PM to 6 AM Sunday through Thursday. Weekend curfew extends to midnight to 6 AM Friday and Saturday. Daytime curfew may also apply during school hours. Exceptions include travel to/from work, school events, emergencies, and being accompanied by a parent. Enforcement is typically by police who may return minors home or issue citations to parents. ARS §8-301 may provide the state-level framework.
First offense: warning and parental notification. Repeat: $50 to $500 fine to parents. Habitual violations: referral to juvenile court.
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