SLCRO §705.010 imposes a countywide curfew on unsupervised minors under 17: 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Sunday-Thursday and 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Exemptions apply when accompanied by parent/guardian or on emergency/legitimate business.
Chapter 705 (Curfew Hours) is enforced countywide with municipal exceptions — most cities follow the county rule, some (e.g., Maplewood) set earlier or stricter hours. §705.020 imposes parental duties and §705.030 sets police authority and penalties. The exception for 'legitimate business directed by parent/guardian' is the narrow safety valve for minors traveling to/from late jobs or school events.
Minors may be transported home or to a juvenile facility; parents may be cited under §705.020; fines up to $1,000.
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