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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 12/20/04
KS from CA said:
14 YEAR OLDS CAN WORK BUT NOT 13 YEAR OLDS.  CHANGE THE LAW.  IT IS SO UNFAIR WE WORK JUST AS HARD [IF NOT HARDER] THAN 14 YEAR OLDS. SERIOUSLY PEOPLE CHANGE THE LAW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On 12/20/04
Jeanette from TX said:
I have been lookin for a job but most jobs are only for 16 year old. why cant we get a job when we're 13?
On 12/17/04
Lindsi from VA said:
If I WANT a job, why not give me one? It actually is unfair. If you get good grades, I think you should have the right to a job! What the big deal?!?
On 12/13/04
Jes from OR said:
I am 13 and I'm highly capable of working. Many others along with myself should be able to work. What if they need money to save up if their parents cant or if they pay to many bills. I've baby sat but now there is many adults that are laid off from their job{s} and take over ours and they trust them more because they are older. I dont get it. Why do we have to suffer.there might not be enough jobs for all of us but the smart and willing to speake up shouldnt have to wait for years.These voices should be heard we shouldnt have to wait.
On 12/12/04
amy from Othr said:
i am 13 and i have been lookign 4 a job so i can pay 4 the things i want instead of always asking mum. i am sick and tried of ppl treating us lik bits of dirt 
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