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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 04/09/04
Romeo from WA said:
I'm a 13 yr. oid who deosn't get allowance. how else am I going to get money? I NEED A JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On 04/09/04
Sara from KS said:
Hi! I am 13 and I really want a job. I would like to buy the stuff that I want. I mean what is the problem if a 13 year old WANTS a job because it is not forcing us to do labor. How are we suppose to earn money? Thanx
On 04/09/04
gabrielle from TX said:
im 13 and i am tried of asking my parents for money and i know they are tried of me asking for money. HOLLA BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On 04/08/04
STEPHANIE from NY said:
I agree totally
On 04/07/04
Haeleigh from UT said:
Same here, I don't want to read other's comments, I need a job!!!! I'm not one of those brats who gets money from "Daddy" whenever they need it. I want to do more than just babysit.
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