Make it illegal for students to be in public places during school hours
In Plain English
Students under 18 must attend school by state law. This new law makes it illegal for students to hang out in parks, restaurants, or streets during school hours. Police can cite students found in public places from 30 minutes after school starts until 30 minutes before it ends.
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Adopt Ordinance No. 16-10 N.S. making it unlawful for minors subject to compulsory education to be in public areas during school hours with certain exceptions
6 aye · 0 nay
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously passed a new ordinance making it illegal for school-age children to be in public places like parks, restaurants, or streets during school hours. Police can now cite students found in these areas from 30 minutes after school starts until 30 minutes before it ends, with some exceptions allowed. This gives local law enforcement a tool to enforce state truancy laws by addressing students who skip school and spend time in public areas instead of attending class.
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