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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 02/10/04
becci from Othe said:
I need 2 get a job. I h8 asking my mum 4 money. I am a money freek and need 2 av money paid strate into my bank account.
On 02/07/04
steffie from Othe said:
i agree with all of you its not fair, im tryin to plan for my future by going to dance classes 3 times a week but my mum cant afford it so i said i would get a job to pay for it but noooooooooo we arent aloud jobs if we are under the age of 14! its sooooo not fair, why cant the goverment get off their high horse and see thats there kids out here that are willing to work for some money for their families and other things that we should be enjoying at this point in our lives, which we cant because our parents wont pay for it so we have to find the money some how to pay for it our selves! if not
On 02/07/04
Diamond from LA said:
I think you are so right some 13 year olds are mor mature than som 14 years olds.Well nice talking to you bye for now.
On 02/07/04
Crystal from LA said:
I think that 13 year olds should be able to have jobs. One reason I say this is because having a job can keep you out of troble because you be working instead of out in the street.Thats what I think of the situation.
On 02/07/04
Ali from NJ said:
This is so stupid. Just Because We are 13 doesn't mean we aren't as smart as 14 year olds.I hate when My friends go shoping and get all this cool stuff, and I don't becouse my mom doesn't give me enough money. I want a job NOW!!!!!!!!
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