Jupiter, FL Curfew Laws: Juvenile Curfew (2026)
Key Facts
- Under 16
- 11 PM/midnight-5 AM
- 16-17
- Midnight-5 AM
- Authority
- PBC Ord. 95-26
- Parent Fine
- Up to $500
- Exceptions
- Work, school, parent
Summary
Palm Beach County juvenile curfew ordinance applies in Jupiter. Minors under 16 prohibited in public places 11 PM-5 AM Sun-Thu and midnight-5 AM Fri-Sat. Minors 16-17 prohibited midnight-5 AM all nights. Exceptions for work, school events, emergencies, and parental accompaniment.
A minor may not be or remain in a public place or establishment between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. of the following day, Sunday through Thursday, except in the case of a legal holiday. (b) A minor may not be or remain in a public place or establishment between the hours of 12:01 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. (2) A minor who has been suspended or expelled from school may not be or remain in a public place, in an establishment, or within 1,000 feet of a school during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. during any school day. (3) A minor who violates this section shall receive a written warning for her or his first violation.
Full Breakdown
Palm Beach County Ordinance 95-26 (as amended) establishes the county-wide juvenile curfew enforced in Jupiter. Exceptions include: accompanied by parent/guardian, traveling to/from work or school activity, on errand at parent direction, exercising First Amendment rights, emergency, or on sidewalk abutting own residence. Parents may be cited for knowing permission of violation.
Violations & Fines
Minor: civil citation, referral to diversion program. Parent: civil fine up to $500 if knowingly permit violation.
Sources & Official References
- [1]PBC Code
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