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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 01/20/04
Shaniqua from WA said:
I think that kids 13 and up should be able to get a job because their teenagers too I'm 13 and I need ajob for stuff I want to buy and to help out with groeries and rent I mean come on aren't we mature enough.
On 01/19/04
Jessie from NV said:
HI, im jessie and i agree that if we 13 year olds keep our grades up and feel that we are responsible enough that we should be able to work
On 01/19/04
Christine from CA said:
13 year-olds should have a right to have a job. They should help out with the family and help themselves to gain responsiblity towards the future. We are practically young ladies and men. We should be able to help our families or we don't want to be turn up into a mistake. I really want to help!
On 01/19/04
adam from Othe said:
for ages between 13-14 its hard to keep up with whats new and cool and i have a paper round and get £7.50 for 5 days and have to get up at 6 now thats hard i think there sould be better jobs because we need them and they sould be there for anyone who wants one along as they can keep there school work together and home life.
On 01/19/04
justin from GA said:
im a 14 year old hwo cant even find a job.i've looked at grocrie stores fast food joints u name it i've looked. whare can i find a job.
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