Manatee County commission approves county-wide juvenile curfew

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Manatee County commissioners approved a county-wide curfew impacting teens under 16 years of age Tuesday.

Commissioners hope to see the curfew reduce crime and keep kids safe and out of trouble during the overnight hours.

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“There are a lot of kids unfortunately who are out on the streets and their parents don’t even know and they’re getting themselves into very potentially dangerous situations,” said Commissioner Amanda Ballard.

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The curfew applies to anyone under 16 years old. It will run from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and between 12:01 a.m. and 6 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

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