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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 05/04/06
Cathy from NC said:
I think that 12 and older kids should be able to get a job to save up for college so that you can get a better job than the one they would get without going to college!!!
On 05/04/06
charlotte from Othr said:
hi im from the uk, i do a paper round by=ut themoney isnt that good. i could really do with the moneuy as i play alot of music and sport. my mum wont let me do baby sitting. i dont no what to do.
On 04/29/06
chris from OH said:
We should be able to get jobs.I really need one my family could really use the money.The bills are pileing up my lunch is 55 dollars a month.Pluse i need 50 dollars for my fee to play sports.
On 04/29/06
Jack from Othr said:
I'm from the UK, and jobs for 12-14 year olds are worthless. The goverment need to see that many of us have families that need money. In fact, there should be a petitition.
On 04/25/06
jackie from IL said:
i think the age of 12 years old and older should have a job with good salary
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