Charleston City Public Safety Committee Approves Juvenile Curfew

Charleston City Public Safety Committee approves juvenile curfew

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) - The City of Charleston Public Safety Committee discussed a juvenile curfew ordinance during their meeting. Officials approved the ordinance amid a joint effort from the city and the Charleston Police Department to curb underaged crime. The curfew applies to juveniles who are 17 years old and under. There have been large groups of teens involved or causing crimes, specifically in the Central Business District. "There are…

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