CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago’s curfew debate returns Monday to City Hall.
The Public Safety Committee will once again take up a measure on “snap curfews” to allow police to stop so called teen take-overs.
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A committee vote was expected last week before being postponed.
The ordinance would give Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling the ability to suddenly call a curfew in the event of a large teen gathering, but there are now changes from the mayor’s office.
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According to the proposed ordinance, both the Chicago police superintendent and the deputy mayor of community safety have to agree that a mass gathering is taking place or likely to take place.
The superintendent then institutes the curfew, which will expire after three hours.
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Minors have 30 minutes to clear a public place before the curfew goes into effect. Those violating the curfew, including parents, could be fined $250 and community service.
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