Parents, Did You Know?

If you are a parent, have custody of,  or are in control of a child under the age of 16  you cannot permit them to congregate, wander, loiter or play upon the streets, sidewalks, public places or places of amusement and entertainment, or to remain away from his or her residence or on unenclosed lands within the city, between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM of the following day, unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, a responsible person over twenty-one years of age or a member of his or her family eighteen years of age or older. 

For children, ages 16 and 17, the restricted hours are between midnight and 5:00 AM of the following day.  Exceptions include emergencies, work related functions and extracurricular activities (e.g., school, church, clubs and the child needs to be home one hour after planned activity has ended). 

If a child is found to be in violation of curfew, the parent can be cited for the violation, which is a misdemeanor of the 4th degree.

If you have any questions, please contact the North Ridgeville Police Department at (440) 327-2191.