Seminole, FL Curfew Laws: Juvenile Curfew (2026)
Key Facts
- Age Covered
- Under 17
- Weeknight Hours
- 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
- Weekend Hours
- Midnight to 5 a.m.
- Parent Liability
- Possible for repeat offenses
Summary
Pinellas County's juvenile curfew applies in Seminole, prohibiting minors under 17 from public places between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. weekdays, and midnight to 5:00 a.m. weekends.
877.22 Minors prohibited in public places and establishments during certain hours; penalty; procedure. - (1)(a) 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.
Full Breakdown
Seminole follows the Pinellas County juvenile curfew under county ordinance. Minors under 17 may not remain in public places, businesses, or rights-of-way between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, or between midnight and 5:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Exceptions include minors accompanied by a parent or guardian, traveling to or from work, attending a school or religious event, responding to an emergency, or engaged in interstate travel. Parents who knowingly allow violations may also face citations. Officers typically issue warnings before formal citations and may transport minors home or to a juvenile assessment center.
Violations & Fines
First violations typically result in warnings. Subsequent violations may result in citations, civil penalties up to $500, and parent liability for repeat offenses.
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