Youth Curfew and Parental Responsibility Modernization
Columbus
Summary
City Council updated Columbus's juvenile curfew and parental responsibility laws, establishing standard hours of 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for children under 12 and 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for youth ages 13 to 17. To address community and civil rights concerns, citations will be delayed for a six-month educational pilot period beginning with a strong focus on warnings and family support.
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Last discussed Jun 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
You might dodge a pesky municipal fine if your teen stays home on time.
Youth, parents, and community members seeking enhanced safety and violence prevention interventions.
Young people who may experience heightened police scrutiny or interaction during nighttime hours.
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Columbus City Council approves youth curfew changes
Columbus City Council approves youth curfew changes Spectrum News
Columbus City Council — June 29, 2026
City Council updated Columbus's juvenile curfew and parental responsibility laws, establishing standard hours of 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for children under 12 and 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for youth ages 13 to 17. To address community and civil rights concerns, citations will be delayed for a six-month educational pilot period beginning with a strong focus on warnings and family support.
Columbus City Council passes youth curfew vote following violent incidents
Columbus City Council passes youth curfew vote following violent incidents WSYX
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