Santa Ana enforces a juvenile curfew ordinance prohibiting minors under 18 from being in public places during designated hours. The curfew generally applies from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM on weeknights and 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM on weekends. Exceptions include minors accompanied by a parent, traveling to or from work, or responding to emergencies.
Santa Ana 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. CA Penal Code §625 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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