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According to the new regulations New Jersey In town, parents can be fined or even charged for their children’s unruly behavior.
The townships of Gloucester Minors and Parental Responsibility Ordinance stipulate consequences, including Prison timeParents and guardians who “failed to stop children from violating the law”, according to a police press release.
The ordinance was adopted by the township committee on July 28 and introduced the ordinance after events involving public harassment in events such as Gloucester Town Day and drone performances last year.
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The police press release said the townships of Gloucester Minors and Parental Responsibility Ordinance set out consequences, including time to imprisonment, for parents and guardians who “failed to prevent their children from violating the law.” (Google Maps)
During that event, a big fight involving teenagers broke out and 11 people were arrested, including nine teenagers. NJ.com. During close combat, three policemen were also injured.
Media reports said the campaign was postponed this year as social media posts suggest similar behavior.
The ordinance includes 28 different offenses, ranging from felony to minor violations such as wandering, breach of curfews or chronic truancy.
“If a child is repeatedly guilty in a juvenile court, their caretaker may face up to 90 days in prison and/or a fine of up to $2,000,” the department said.
According to Newjersey.com, Gloucester Township Police Chief David Harkins said the guardian will issue a warning before citing it.
Gloucester Township Police Chief David Harkins said the guardian will issue a warning before citing it. (Gloucester Town Police Department)
“Our ordinance is actually sampled from other towns,” he explained. “We are not necessarily the first, but we may be the first to adopt it.”
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Gloucester town is about 15 miles from Philadelphia.
