Did You Know There’s a Curfew for Kids This Summer in Lafayette Parish?

LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - If you have kids out of school this summer, you should know that a curfew is in effect for Lafayette Parish and many parts of Louisiana.

The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office posted a friendly reminder on social media of the ordinance in the parish.

What Parents in Lafayette Parish Need to Know

The Lafayette Parish-wide curfew is in place for anyone 16 and under.

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Curfew Hours for Minors

The curfew is for the following days and times:

• Sunday through Thursday - 11:00 pm to 6:00 am
• Friday and Saturday - 11:59 pm to 6:00 am

Not a New Rule -- Just a Reminder

LPSO reminds the public that this curfew is not new, though. It's been in place for a while now as part of a parish-wide ordinance.

Curfews are common throughout the state of Louisiana.

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General Curfew Guidelines in Louisiana

In Louisiana, curfews for minors can vary depending on the specific city or parish, but generally speaking, here is some general curfew information:

• Age: Most curfew ordinances apply to those under the age of 17.
• Purpose: Curfews are aimed at reducing juvenile crime and victimization by limiting their presence in public places during late-night hours.
• Enforcement: Police officers who encounter minors violating curfew may transport them to a designated location (like a police station) and notify their parents or guardians.
• Penalties: Violation of curfew can include fines for parents/guardians and potential involvement with the juvenile court system for minors.
• Exceptions: Some common exceptions to curfew ordinances include being accompaniend by a parent or guardian, engaging in work-related activities, or attending school/religious functions.

Check Your Local Ordinances

Again, check the curfew ordinances in your city and/or parish, and make sure your kids are not wandering the streets in the middle of the night.