Pinellas Park restricts minors from being in public places during late-night hours under Chapter 16 (Offenses) of the Code of Ordinances, with defenses for emergencies, work, school, and parental accompaniment consistent with Florida Statute 877.22.
Pinellas Park's juvenile curfew is found in Chapter 16 (Offenses) of the Code of Ordinances. The local ordinance follows the framework of Florida's juvenile curfew model in F.S. 877.22, which generally prohibits minors under 18 from being in a public place between 11:00 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 5:00 a.m. the following day, and between 12:01 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Recognized defenses include being accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling to/from work, attending a school or religious event, responding to an emergency, or exercising First Amendment rights. Parents who knowingly allow violations may also be cited.
Minors found in violation may be detained and released to a parent. Repeat offenses can result in civil citations, community service, or charges against the parent.
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