And the event continues to draw more kids and teens every year - with zero interest on UO's part to even do the minimal - require a parent/guardian to accompany anyone under 18 (which would fix a LOT of problems with aggressive groups of teens on weekend nights.)
Not a lawyer, nor would I ever try to interpret the laws of Florida as to what is included under the term “public establishment”, specifically a theme park
However, there are rules in place for both state, county & Universal private property when it comes to unaccompanied minors.
Toss a dart
, would think there’s something in there wherein U could legally,
if they chose.
Universal:
After trouble in citiwalk parking garage, U’s response was to enact a weekend curfew, of sorts. Whether they generally enforce it or it was designed as a deterrent, can’t say. In part it states:
Children on weekends, under 18, without a parent or guardian, must leave CityWalk at 9 p.m.
Other exceptions include:
- If those under 18 are staying at a Universal hotel/resort
- If those under 18 are planning to see a movie at Universal Cinemark
State of Florida:
general, minor curfew laws, including
: “
Minors ages 16 and 17 cannot stay out in a public place or establishment past the hours of 11 pm to 5 am on weekdays (Sunday thru Thursday). and 12:01 am to 6:00 am on weekends (Friday and Saturday).”
and “a 15-year-old can not be outside from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on any day of the week without a parent or guardian.”
Local:
Orange Co, operates under enhanced protocols:
minors are prohibited in public places and establishments during certain hours. The curfew hours for minors state may not be out after 10:00 pm on weeknights. If a minor violates this curfew law will receive a written warning and a $50.00 fine thereafter.
