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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 09/01/03
Cathy from AZ said:
hey, i really need a job. my famly has money but i want to buy my own things when I want to not when my moms has money left over from other things. and i dont thik it is fair alwell. after you tun 13 i think you should be able to get a job other than babysitting. and it doesnt have to be a huge job but something that you get paid alittle. ne ways i think it should be changed
On 08/31/03
Cassie from OK said:
I'm 13 years old & my parents both think that I'm responsible enough to have a job.I make strait A's but the law still won't let me have a job. If we do good in school, most of the time it means we are responsible and should have a job.
On 08/31/03
JANAE from NY said:
I AGREE WITH EVERY ONE ILL BE THIRTEEN REAL SOON AND I NEED A JOB. I BEEN WANTING ONE SINCE LIKE FOREVER AND MY MOTHER SAID OK BUT I HAVENT BEEN ABLE TOO FIND NOT 1!
On 08/31/03
Amanda from AZ said:
i feel the same way i need a job my parents barely have enough money to buy groceries!!!!!!! i nedd a job also quick i understand what your going through
On 08/31/03
ally from WV said:
i need a job to help my mom out and no 1 will give me 1
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