The following shall constitute valid exceptions to the operation of the curfew limitations established by this chapter:
(a) When the minor is accompanied by his or her parent.
(b) When the minor is accompanied by an adult person who has been authorized by a parent of the minor to take the parent’s place in accompanying the minor for a designated period of time, and in relation to a designated purpose.
(c) When the minor is exercising his or her rights under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, such as free exercise of religion, freedom of speech, and the right of assembly, provided the minor first has given notice to the Police Department and the City by delivering to the Police Department a written communication signed by the minor and countersigned, if practicable, by a parent or the minor which specifies when, where, in what manner, and for what First Amendment purpose the minor will be on the streets at night during the curfew period.
(d) When the minor is on the sidewalk, treelawn or devil’s strip of the place wherein such minor resides, or of properties directly adjacent thereto absent objection from the owners and/or occupants of the same.
(e) While engaged in lawful employment.
(f) While returning home by a direct route from his or her lawful employment, a school activity, an activity of a religious, other voluntary entity, or a public association or group; or from a place of public entertainment, such as a movie, play, concert, organized recreational activity, sporting event or amusement park; from and within thirty minutes of the termination of the same; and
(g) When the minor is a married or otherwise emancipated person.
(1980 Code 142.03)