WASHINGTON (7News) — In Washington, D.C., curfew violations for minors are technically against the law, but the consequences may not be what many people expect.
When a teen is out past curfew without a valid reason, DC police will typically stop them, confirm their age, and determine whether an exception applies, like being with a parent or traveling to work.
If there is a violation, the usual outcome is simple. The teen is taken to a police station or designated area, and a parent or guardian is called to pick them up…