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City attorney cites Atlanta code setting youth curfew hours; exemptions noted
Summary
The City of Atlanta Department of Law read city code language establishing a curfew for minors 16 and younger and listed hours and exemptions; officials framed the clarification amid recent safety concerns.
Abra Robinson of the City of Atlanta Department of Law summarized the city curfew ordinance for committee members, saying the code makes it “unlawful for any minor 16 years of age or younger to loiter, wander, stroll, or play” in public places between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. on most days, and between midnight and 6 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Robinson said the curfew is codified at sections 106-227 of the City of Atlanta Code of Ordinances and that the code includes approximately nine listed exemptions. She did not read the exemptions in full during the meeting; staff said they would provide more information if requested.
Committee members asked for the curfew clarification in the context of recent safety concerns and upcoming summer months when youth activities and supervision become a priority.
Ending: The city attorney’s office provided the statutory language and noted exemptions; committee members requested further details if they plan outreach or enforcement actions tied to the curfew.
