What are your thoughts on curfew laws for teenagers?

What are your thoughts on curfew laws for teenagers?
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I agree, for the reasons you stated. And there are obviously some adults that need curfews as well, but just because they’re adults they can get wasted and drive at 2 in the morning…...
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