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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 12/08/06
marco from TN said:
Why cann't 12 year old's have a job
On 12/01/06
Annie from AL said:
I think 13 year olds should get jobs because prices go up and house work isn't enough. If you have to pay for college then you will need a job soon.
On 11/25/06
nevin from CA said:
I'm 14 years old. I think Teens should be albe to work so they can save money for things like christmas and birthdays!
On 11/21/06
KAY from WI said:
I WANT A JOB BECAUSE I AM SO BORED WITH MY LIFE AT HOME....I NEED MONEY...STRAIGHT UP MAN
On 11/18/06
shealah from OH said:
IM13 and I WANT A JOB BUT I CAN'T GET ONE BECAUSE IM 13. THAT'S NOT RIGTH FOR 13 YEAR OLDS TO JUST SIT IN THE HOUSE ALL SUMMER OR AFTER SCHOOL BECAUSE WE HAVE NOTHIG TO DO.
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