Is my child in violation of the curfew if he goes to a school event until 10:30 p.m. and walks home?
A. No, provided he takes the most direct route home. The curfew applies to any minor under the age of seventeen and states it is unlawful for any minor person (under 17) to be or loiter upon the streets or public places between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. of the day following. Such curfew shall not apply to any minor student who is lawfully attending, going to or returning from school, church or community sponsored athletic, musical or social activities or events. Provided, however, that after 10:00 p.m., any such minor shall take the most direct route to such minor’s destination. You can request of a copy of the Curfew Ordinance at Hutchinson Police Services. Q.
