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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 03/06/04
Natalie from AZ said:
Its not fair!! Children our age need jobs. We need the money to stay in with fashion and such , and if i ask my parents for money every weekend they will go crazy!!
On 03/06/04
Anthony Caso from MA said:
I am only thirteen,and desperate to get a job. I cnat wait all year just to save up from my birthday. do have any suggestions for part time jobs?
On 03/05/04
stephen from MD said:
i need a job like a paper round but i dont no were to ask
On 03/05/04
Ryan Hartley from CA said:
I totally agree I need money and theres no jobs.Atleast you only have to wait another year.
On 03/04/04
hayley from Othe said:
we need jobs to be able to buy all the things we want and not have to keep dipping into our savings accounts! i will be 13 soon and really want to do something worthwhile to earn money
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