A: Yes. During any school day, all children between the ages of 6 and 17, inclusive (other than a child who has been expelled from school) shall not be in any place in the City of Garfield Heights between the hours of 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. except in attendance at school, unless that child has written proof from school authorities excusing him or her from attendance.
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A: Curfew laws vary with the age of the child and the situation. Minors may not be upon any streets or sidewalks or in a public place (restaurant, bowling alley, shop, theater, store, pool hall, shopping center, and any other place devoted to the amusement or entertainment of the general public) unless accompanied by a relative over 18, a guardian, or some other responsible person over 21 years of age.
Common Legal Questions Asked by Residents
A: YOU CANNOT PARK CARS ANYWHERE ON YOUR LAWN (FRONTYARD OR BACKYARD). YOU MAY NOT PARK CARS IN YOUR DRIVEWAY IF THEY INTERFERE WITH PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ON THE SIDEWALK.
Cars should be parked in your garage at night. If you have more cars than garage space, you may park them in the driveway, close to the garage. If your residential area allows street parking, you may not park a car within 3 feet of a driveway. (Codified Ordinance Section 351.03)
Garfield Heights, Ohio, enforces a specific ordinance under Chapter 509.12 that addresses the issue of loitering. This ordinance aims to prevent individuals from lingering in public places without a legitimate reason, thereby helping to maintain public safety and order.
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