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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 11/05/03
vicki from NY said:
I am a very lazy and I can't get a job am going crazy can you help me........................
On 11/04/03
Danny from NY said:
I think its so stupid that 13 year olds can't get jobs. when u get older and then can get a job u need experince. How the Hell are u going to get experince without a job. And what if u want to save up to go to college u have to start at 16. Everyone go to petitiononline.com and help us change laws
On 11/03/03
Victoria from Othe said:
Yes i no my mum does exacly the same its so bad..............i want a job
On 11/02/03
sharly from VA said:
I would like to help my family out with the bills but I can't cause "i'm too young" I want a job NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On 10/31/03
robbie from Othe said:
im wtih you there
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