Age Based Criminal Laws

Smoking

After you turn 21, it is legal for you to purchase, possess, and use tobacco and e-cigarette products. If you are under 21 and caught with or using tobacco and e-cigarette products, you may be fined, forced to attend a tobacco awareness class, and have your driver license suspended. You can buy and use tobacco products if you are at least 18 years old and in the military.

Curfews

Curfews that limit what people under age 18 can do or where they can go are no longer allowed. There are some curfews that apply to everyone, such as at a park or other public spaces.

Tattoos

You may get a tattoo or body piercing if you are 18. If you are under 18 and lie about your age to get a tattoo or body piercing, you may be fined or sent to jail!