Do you think teenagers should have a curfew?

Curfews help teens to become used to setting a schedule which they routinely follow, and become able to develop important time management skills which they will carry out into adulthood. Being able to manage time effectively is useful in a variety of situations including school, work, and personal relationships.

Why we should get rid of curfews for minors?

Juvenile curfews punish non-criminal behavior. Status offenses unfairly punish young people for activity that is not considered dangerous to society (otherwise it would be illegal for everyone to do it). They are purely discriminatory and create criminals out of otherwise law-abiding citizens.

What is a reasonable curfew for a 18 year old?

Setting a curfew can help your teenager get to bed at a reasonable hour. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 years old need about 8 to 10 hours

Should teenagers have a curfew?

Most of the 50 states have enacted new curfews for teens night driving. In general, anyone under 18 years old may not drive between the hours of 12 midnight until 5 am. There are some exceptions; such as Illinois restricting teens from driving between the hoursof 10pm to 6am, for example.

Is a 18 year old automatically emancipated?

When a minor turn 18 years of age, the minor is automatically considered emancipated. When a minor is on active duty in the U.S. military, the minor is automatically considered emancipated. A minor can file a petition in the Juvenile Court asking for a court order stating that he or she is emancipated.

Should 18 year old have rules?

The first rules of your household should reflect your core values, structure, and moral authority . These are the rules that should always apply. For example, people don’t abuse people in this household. That doesn’t change at 18 or 19. That rule never changes. Also, no drugs and alcohol, especially if you’re underage.