Dolton shortens juvenile curfew to 9 p.m.; ordinance adopted

Aug 4, 2026

The board adopted an amendment to the municipal code setting curfew at 9 p.m. for individuals under 18 unless accompanied by an adult; officials said it gives police an additional tool during large teen gatherings.

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Dolton trustees approved an ordinance on Aug. 3 revising curfew hours so that individuals under 18 must be accompanied by an adult after 9 p.m. The change was presented as a public-safety tool to help police respond during 'team takeovers' and other large teen gatherings.

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