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D.C. Mayor Imposes 11 PM Curfew for Youths

4/18/2026

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  • D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser reinstated a temporary juvenile curfew starting April 16 after the D.C. Council delayed a prior policy.
  • The 15-day measure sets an 11 p.m. curfew for those under 18 and allows "curfew zones" prohibiting gatherings of more than eight youths.
  • The D.C. Council will vote on making the curfew permanent on April 21 while weighing effectiveness and the need for expanded youth programs.