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Question: What are the laws concerning jobs for 13-year olds?

Answer: The Fair Labor Standards Act states that the minimum age for employment is 14 years old. A 14-year old that is a full-time student would be allowed to work in a retail establishment as long as the employer has obtained certifications from the Department of Labor. A business could be fined $10,000 for hiring someone under the age of 14. The age requirements for agricultural employment are slightly different.


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On 07/11/05
Taylor from MO said:
13 year olds should be able to get jobs.my parents don't let me have all the money I want,and there's no other way for me to get money w/out asking for it!
On 07/11/05
Lizzey from ME said:
I need money. I am 13. Period. My mum is a single parent and we don't get much money, so I need a job to pay for the things I need.
On 07/11/05
anita from VA said:
what is the difference from 14 and 13 some 13 year olds are more mature than 14 year olds so why can we start work at age 13 afer all we are a teen what is the purpose for having teen in the back of your age if we cant be treated like a teen so why cant we start work at age 13 teen at least we want to work and do something with our time.
On 07/10/05
Britney from FL said:
I think it is ridiculous to not hire a thirteen year old. They are just as capable as a 14 year old!! If we are willing to make our own money, then why not let us?
On 07/10/05
carson from TN said:
that is so stupid how can they not let kids work as long as they want to or as much
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