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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 11/06/05
Keltyn from OH said:
I have wanted a job since i was ten because i want my own money and i will do just about everything for a job
On 11/03/05
john from PA said:
i need a job bad i want my own money
On 11/03/05
tina from TX said:
i think its wrong that you can only geta job when you 16 or older!! ANARCHY IS THE WAY l8rz
On 11/02/05
lotta from MI said:
13 year olds shude be able to work if they wont we need money in my familey so i would like to help out with the money!
On 11/01/05
brianna from MD said:
hi,i'm 12 years old and i want to know if i can baby-sit children because that's what i love to do and i want to set a record to become a pediatrician.I have read many of steps and rules to take care of achild so would you please help me.
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