Generally, you can be out past curfew only if you:. Laws may have changed since the last time this article was updated. The current and most up-to-date laws can be accessed here. Privacy Policy Terms of Use. A misdemeanor is a criminal violation that can result in a small fine or some jail time.
Minors 16 — 18 must be where the person lives between the hours of midnight and a. Casa Grande: Minors under the age of 16 must be where the person lives between the hours of p. Chandler: Minors under the age of 16 must be where the person lives between the hours of p. Cottonwood: Minors under the age of 16 must be where the person lives between the hours of p. Do Not Show Again Close.
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Saturday for Friday night After a. I can see a curfew when there's school or work the next day, especially school. You want the kid to graduate high school, after all. Over the summer? I'd slowly relax the rules. You don't have to come out and tell him or her they're free to party all night, but make less of a fuss when he or she comes in at 3 a.
That said, insist they maintain their usual schedule the next day so they learn what it's like to operate on zero to three hours of sleep. Males have to register for selective service - at least if they will be applying for college and student aid - and that led to some interesting discussions. Does your child have a checking account and debit card? It's a tough balance, you want them to grow and to acknowledge the milestone, but practically very little changes.
The real change is with high school graduation and what comes after, not the birthday. From a mom whose oldest turns 21 in 3 days - now there's a birthday with some real impact! My son turned 18 over the summer and he is still at home and is a senior in high school. Nothing has changed. He has the same restrictions, same rules to follow, etc.
My feeling is that he lives in my home, under my rooftop, I pay the bills, buy the food, etc. He is still under my charge and is my responsibility, so he needs to follow my rules. And, yes, we have argued about this his wanting to smoke pot at home now that he's 18, stay out later, etc. I think the problem is that parents cave in and allow their children to make the rules, do what they want, and yet, we still have all the legal and financial responsibilities.
I would say, ''don't cave in''. What is an appropriate curfew for an 18 yr. My son is a senior in h. He has been going to teen clubs in S. He drives his friends to these clubs or they take BART. When he asks ''Why? That does not go over very well.
Presently, his curfew is a. I am surprised that the other kids' parents allow such a late curfew. He is a good kid and his grades are above average. It is gotten so difficult negotiating every weekend, he is upset and I am frustrated. Please help with ideas, insights, information, anything is appreciated. Even though your son is 18, if he lives in your house, he has to follow your rules.
You don't really have to give a reason, though you may get along better if you do! My kids have a curfew because I can't sleep well until they come home.
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