West Texas County Enacts Curfew for Juveniles

 

ROBY, TX –– Earlier this week, the Fischer County Commissioners Court voted to approve a curfew for juveniles. According to officials, this was done in the best interest of the public health, safety, and general welfare.

The curfew prohibits anyone under the age of 18 to be out on the streets between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

According to the curfew, it will be unlawful for parents to allow their children to be out during curfew hours.

The exceptions to the rule are if the juveniles are 

  • accompanied by a parent, guardian, or adult
  • are married and over the age of 16
  •  in the military
  • in an emergency, 
  • when exercising the first amendment,
  • juvenile is employed and has a commute during the curfew hours

Juveniles who are found violating the order could be fined up to $500 and face a Class C misdemeanor.

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So as long as the kids are carrying a sign that says BLM or FJB they're protected and not to be messed with. Love it. Go get 'em kiddos. Never lay down for tyranny.

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