516.03 EXCEPTIONS.

   In the following exceptional cases, proof of which shall be an affirmative defense, a minor in or upon a public place during the nocturnal hours for which Section 516.02 is intended to provide the maximum limits of regulation shall not be considered in violation of this chapter:

   (a)   When accompanied by a parent of such minor.

   (b)   When accompanied by an adult authorized by a parent of such minor to take the parent's place in accompanying the minor for a designated period of time and purpose within a specified area.

   (c)   When exercising First Amendment rights protected by the United States Constitution, such as the free exercise of religion, freedom of speech and the right of assembly.

   (d)   When involved in an emergency other than one occurring in the Special Curfew Area or when engaged, with his or her parent's permission, in an emergency errand.

   (e)   When the minor is on a public sidewalk within line of sight of the place where such minor resides, with the knowledge and consent of a parent who is present at such place.

   (f)   When returning home by a direct route from, and within thirty minutes of, the termination of a school activity, or an activity of a religious, or other voluntary association.

   (g)   When returning home by a direct route from, and within thirty minutes of, the termination of a period of employment and the minor carries a certified card of employment, briefly identifying the minor, the address of his home and the place of employment and his hours of employment.

   (h)   When attending, and while going directly to or from a controlled-admission recreation venue within the Special Curfew Area, with the knowledge and consent of the parent.
(Ord. 45-2011. Passed 4-25-11.)