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Teen Curfew Proposal Sparks Debate | Raleigh News
Charlotte’s police chief is pushing for a 9 p.m. curfew on teens under 18 to tackle dangerous, unsupervised gatherings known as “teen takeovers,” which officials fear could lead to fatalities. The proposal, backed by the police department, would allow exceptions for school or work, but aims to restrict teens in public after dark. City council members are cautious, demanding clearer enforcement plans and consequences—including potential juvenile sentencing for repeat offenders—and stressing that solving the root causes of teen gatherings is essential. A vote on the curfew is pending, with…
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