Dougherty County’s youth curfew is here to stay. Here’s what happens if minors violate it

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Dougherty County’s new youth curfew has no set end date, and minors who violate it could face a misdemeanor charge, according to county leaders.The curfew applies to anyone 17 or younger. It took effect Nov. 2 when county commissioners unanimously adopted the ordinance.Curfew also applies to students who have been suspended or expelled from schoolWhat happens if a minor violates the curfew?Lt. J.C. Phillips with the Dougherty County Police Department said officers who encounter a minor during curfew hours will identify the child, have them present ID, contact a parent or guardian and turn the child over to them. He said a violation can also result in a misdemeanor charge handled through juvenile court.When asked how officers would handle resistance from minors, Phillips said they would use their judgment.“The compliance is going to be expected and officers have to just take the best course of action to gain that compliance,” Phillips said.County leaders said parent