The Juvenile Curfew Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Juvenile Curfew Act of 1995 to enhance public safety measures regarding juvenile curfew hours in the District of Columbia. The bill allows the Mayor to extend curfew hours when necessary to protect public safety or property, and it empowers the Chief of Police to establish specific zones with extended curfew hours under certain conditions. Notably, the curfew hours will begin at 11 p.m. every day during June, July, and August 2025, and the age limit for curfew applicability is raised from under 17 years to under 18 years.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions and procedures related to curfew enforcement, including the requirement for police to issue verbal warnings before making arrests and the establishment of extended curfew zones based on public safety assessments. The Chief of Police is granted the authority to designate these zones and extend their duration as needed. The legislation emphasizes the importance of notifying the public about curfew extensions and zones through official channels, ensuring transparency and community awareness.