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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 03/25/06
brittany from OH said:
girl I know im 13 and i need a job to to save for college.you just keep on going with the work that you do.
On 03/23/06
Sha Sha from NY said:
I think younger teenagers should be able to get some kind of job. Some kids family's are not in a good financial situation and can't afford some things, and so the child won't feel left out.
On 03/21/06
marquis from MI said:
i think that 13 year olds should be able to work because familys can bein trouble to were they dont have the money they need to keep food in the house pay the bills for light water gas and others that can get you behind on your bills.there are familys that is getting put out of homes because there is not alot of money coming to the house to pay the bills. i my self need to be trying to help out my family with the bills in the house because mosly everything is not getting paid and there is always no food in the house. there is only one person working in the house.13 year olds should work
On 03/20/06
a from FL said:
we should be able 2 get a job. i wish i had one so i could buy clothes and snacks at school and go to the movies. i feel like a burden to my guardians
On 03/20/06
Anomonys from Othr said:
I think that Teenage girls who are 13 are very responsiable because you like to go to school and if your in high school your always skipping school to be with your friends.you guys should really let 13 year old girls/boys try a job just at like tim hortins,pizza place and etc.it wont hurt we try too earn money up for our family.And help people in need.Please let us 13 year old kids just try a job cause we might be good at it . Thank you :)
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