Dayton, Ohio – The Dayton Police Department has announced a series of juvenile curfew sweeps scheduled throughout February and March, part of an ongoing effort to improve neighborhood safety and protect young residents during late-night hours. Officials describe the initiative as a proactive strategy designed to reduce risk, prevent youth victimization, and respond to community concerns.
Police say the sweeps will focus on late-night hours when safety risks are known to increase. “These efforts are a proactive public safety strategy aimed at reducing late-night risks, protecting youth from victimization, and addressing identified community concerns.” Department leaders emphasize that curfew enforcement is one of several tools used to strengthen safety and reinforce shared community expectations.
Curfew Rules and Enforcement Procedures
Under City of Dayton law, juveniles — defined as anyone under the age of 18 — are not permitted to loiter or remain in public places between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent or guardian or covered by specific exceptions outlined in R.C.G.O. 137.10. The ordinance applies to public streets, parks, alleys, and other public areas.
If a juvenile is found in violation of curfew, officers will transport them to the East Patrol District station at 2721 Wayne Ave., where they must be picked up by a parent or guardian. Both the juvenile and the responsible adult will receive a minor misdemeanor citation. Parents or guardians will also receive information about available community resources aimed at preventing future curfew violations…