Yonkers Code Chapter 66 prohibits minors under 17 from being in public places between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM (Sun-Thu) and 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM (Fri-Sat), with exceptions for parental accompaniment, work, or emergencies.
Yonkers has one of the oldest continuously-enforced juvenile curfew ordinances in NY. Parents/guardians may also be cited for knowingly permitting curfew violations. Exceptions include minors returning from employment, school-sanctioned activities, emergency errands, or travel on interstate highways.
Minor: civil citation; repeat offenders referred to Family Court. Parents: fines up to $250.
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