Halloween Curfew In Chester, Mendham Twps Announced

CHESTER, NJ — Local officials are looking to minimize the amount of tricks this year, by enforcing a curfew in Chester and Mendham Townships (neither boroughs have a curfew). Here's what you need to know about the local rules to avoid any Halloween rule breaking.

Chester Township

A curfew will be in effect in the township from Oct. 28 to Nov. 1. Juveniles cannot be out in public between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, going to or from work, school, religious activities, "or other cultural, education or social events." Medical emergencies are also excluded.

If caught breaking curfew, juveniles face a fine of up to $100, and their parents face a fine of $1,000. Both face joint community service.

Mendham Township

Trick-or-treating will end on Drakewick neighborhood by 8:45 p.m., police said. All children should be picked up by that time. In all neighborhoods children should not go up to homes with their lights turns off.

Drivers should pay attention to all "no parking" signs, and be aware of extra patrols in the Drakewick and Brookrace areas.

MTPD will hold a safety talk for elementary school students the Friday before Halloween.

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