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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 06/08/04
Samantha from MN said:
Wow... I totaly agree! There are probably a ton of 13 year olds that are way better at working than a 14, 15, or even 16 year old may be!
On 06/05/04
Amber from TX said:
I want to make money this summer also and i can't because i have to be 14!! This law is not fair!! I am a hard worker and i want money for myself!!!
On 06/05/04
nick from AL said:
i agree about this issue i am 13 and i want a job to make some money i can work a job just like a 14 yr can or mabye better.
On 06/04/04
Sahur from MI said:
We should get job. We are old enough to take care of ourselfs.
On 06/03/04
BRITT-BRITT from TX said:
I agree with the other 13 year olds,I wantto make money this summer and I cant because I have to be 14 toget a job. I'm ahard worker AND I need credit for it.
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