Mountain View's curfew ordinance generally prohibits minors under 18 from being in public between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. without a parent or qualifying exception. Daytime school-hours curfew also applies.
Mountain View Municipal Code includes a juvenile curfew ordinance that restricts persons under the age of 18 from remaining in public places, on public streets, or in establishments open to the public between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. on any night. Exceptions include minors accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, minors traveling directly to or from lawful employment, minors attending a school- or church-sponsored event, emergencies, and minors exercising First Amendment rights. A separate daytime curfew mirrors California Education Code truancy rules: minors subject to compulsory education cannot be in public places during regular school hours (typically 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on school days). Violations can result in a citation to the minor and the parent, counseling referrals, and community service. Repeat violations can include fines up to 250 dollars.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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