Teen Curfews

The street is an unsafe place to be at at night, especially for teens. There have been countless reports over the years of teenage deaths related to drugs, car crashes, and other nighttime activities. In short, the world is very dangerous. Another issue is that teenagers get themselves in trouble because they are still young and inexperienced. In fact, a lot of them have a desire to take part in new experiences that can range from driving to drugs which can have a negative long term effect on teenagers physically, psychologically, mentally and emotionally. Many teens argue that a curfew would ruin their social lives and limit their freedom but it can be argued that it provides a layer of protection so that teenagers can safely enjoy their lives. A curfew should be installed to keep teens …show more content…
However, what nighttime activity or action that is not immoral or unsafe can a teen take part in that they cannot already take part in during the day, before curfew hours, especially on weekdays? This curfew is not designed to keep teens at home. It is designed around the idea of keeping them off the streets and away from any possible dangers that are presented to them or that they present themselves to. They can go to their friend's house, to a party, or to a movie, but if they are planning on staying past curfew, they cannot be roaming the streets and they must have a parent or responsible adult to pick them up, therefore keeping their social lives intact and unhindered and keeping them safe at the same time. In conclusion, the installment of a weekday and weekend curfew should happen. The streets are a very dangerous place for teenagers to be roaming because of the many situations that can take place. Many of situations could be a result of their inexperience and their immature mind. This curfew is is not hindering the social lives or freedom of teenagers, but instead reinforcing it with safety. It is beneficiary to teens and parents or