Legislation

City Council Votes to Lower Evening Curfew Hours for Minors Across Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Minors in Philly will be able to stay out later under a new proposal that lowers the evening curfew from 10pm to 12:30am, but some community leaders say it's too lenient.

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Philadelphia City Council Proposes Stricter Curfews for Minors as Parents Face Increased Liability

Philadelphia's Nighttime Economy to Take a Hit as Proposed Bill Would Close Bars and Restaurants an Hour Earlier Amid Ongoing Public Safety Concerns. A New Era for Philly Parks: Council Members Introduce Plan to Allow Private Events, Raising Questions About Accessibility and Funding for Public Spaces.

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City Council Votes to Tighten Curfew Rules for Minors, Setting Earlier Lockout Times Across Philly Starting This Weekend

Philadelphia's new curfew law takes effect this weekend, restricting minors under 14 from public places between 10pm and 6am except on Fridays and Saturdays when hours shift to midnight to 6am.

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