Milwaukee enforces a juvenile curfew under Chapter 106 of the Code of Ordinances. Minors under age 17 are prohibited from being in public places during curfew hours: 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Exceptions exist for minors accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling to or from employment, attending supervised activities, or exercising First Amendment rights. Parents may be cited for allowing curfew violations, and repeat offenders face escalating fines.
Milwaukee 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. WI Stat. §938 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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