On September 1, the District launched an Enhanced Juvenile Curfew Enforcement Pilot to ensure that young people are safe and to proactively connect youth and families with critical support and services. 

What are curfew hours in the District?  
Curfew hours for those under 17 in the District of Columbia are Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Per District of Columbia code, a minor commits an offense if they remain in any public place or on the premises of any establishment within the District of Columbia during curfew hours. Several actions by minors are permissible during curfew hours and are listed here. 

What is the latest data related to the number of youth engaged in this pilot program?  

DYRS Achievement Centers 

• The DYRS Achievement Centers provide youth with free access to support, resources, and social opportunities designed to develop their strengths and confidence, in addition to free meals. 

• Programs include life skills training, mentorship opportunities, vocational skills training, work readiness and job placement, community service and more. 

• Achievement Centers are located in Chinatown and Anacostia. 

• Interested families can learn more by visiting dyrs.dc.gov/service/achievement-centers or calling (202) 576-7299 

CFSA Family Success Centers 

• Serving families in Wards 5, 7, and 8, CFSA’s Family Success Centers offer programs to help families thrive and build on positive skills. 

• Programs include nutrition workshops, professional development training, stress management, and parenting classes. 

• Interested families can visit cfsa.dc.gov/page/families-first-dc to learn more. 

DHS Parent and Adolescent Support Services (PASS) 

• The PASS program assists youth who are currently in crisis, skipping school, violating curfew, leaving home, and/or experiencing extreme family conflict. 

• Functional Family Therapy, community-based services, and more are used to address these behaviors. 

• Interested families should email [email protected] or call (202) 698-4334 for more information. 

DBH Mental Health Hotline 

• DBH operates a 24/7 mental Health Hotline to support District residents of all ages who need assistance. 

• Trained mental health specialists are provided at no costs to assist with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. 

• Families experiencing a mental health crisis can contact the hotline at (888) 793-4357 

DBH Children and Adolescent Mobile Psychiatric Service (ChAMPS) 

• ChAMPS provides on-demand psychiatric services to families when youth ages 6-18 are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. 

• Families in need of support should call (202) 481-1440 

Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Youth Development & Out-of-School Time Programs 

• Recreational programs for District youth include athletic programs in soccer, gymnastics, competitive swim, tennis, and basketball. 

• Additionally, DPR’s Supreme Teens program focuses on teen development and enrichment. 

• Interested families can view a full catalog of programs and activities by visiting dprprograms.com. 

• Eligible families can also receive up to 75% off fee-based programs through the Reduced Rates Application