The City of Chicago unveiled a curfew public service announcement reminding parents and residents of the new curfew law that went into effect Sunday, September 18, 2011 to keep Chicago’s children safe. The City of Chicago curfew ordinance applies to children ages 16 years and younger.

• Weekday curfew for minors 12 through 16 years of age is 10:00 p.m.;
• Weekday curfew for minors 12 and younger is 8:30 p.m.;
• Weekend curfew for minors 12 through 16 years of age is 11:00 p.m.;
• Weekend curfew for minors 12 years and younger is 9:00 p.m.

Curfew violators are subject to a fine of up to $500 or community service. Three offenses in a twelve-month period shall be subject to up to $1,500 in addition to community service.