Detroit City Council approves higher fines, up to $500, for parents whose kids break curfew

DETROIT (WWJ) — Detroit city officials are hoping that strengthening the youth curfew ordinance will keep children safe, and help combat crime.

A proposal passed by the Detroit City Council amends the city current ordinance, upping fines for parents of kids who are out after curfew to $250 for the first offense and $500 for a second offense.

Previously, the fines were $75 and $100, respectively, for ticketed parents…

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