NO RELAXATION: Curfew Laws Remain in Place
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has recently discussed the potential relaxation of the curfew law implemented on October 1, 2024, following changes to the Small Charges Act. This law prohibits minors from being outdoors alone between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM unless they have obtained special permission.
Following thorough consultations with senior officials from the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda, the Cabinet has decided to maintain the curfew law and ensure its strict enforcement.
The legislation imposes several penalties for parents or guardians of minors who violate the curfew: For a third offense, a fine of up to EC $5,000.
For earlier infractions, parents may receive warnings or progressively increasing fines starting at EC $2,000, rising to EC $3,000, and up to EC $5,000, along with potential six months’ imprisonment or community service.
Businesses such as bars, nightclubs, or events allowing unaccompanied minors during curfew hours will also face fines of EC $5,000 for each violation.
The Government regards the curfew as an essential component of a broader strategy aimed at reducing youth crime, minimizing unsupervised nighttime activities, and emphasizing the responsibility of parents and guardians in protecting minors’ safety.
This story was first published by Antigua News on July 17, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/17/no-relaxation-curfew-laws-remain-in-place. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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