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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 10/30/05
bla from AL said:
thats wrong im 13 and i need a job so find me 1
On 10/28/05
dustin from SC said:
Im 13 and want a job to buy me a car. I think they should lower the age by 1 year.
On 10/28/05
christine from AL said:
THATS SO  WRONG IM GOING TO TURN 14 IN DECEMBER.I HEARD ABOUT THIS JOB IT SAYS U HAVT TO BE 14-16, BUT THE GUY TOLD ME U COULD BE 13 AND ONLY IF U LIVE IN NY AREA. U GET PAID EVERY WEEK $50-150 + A BONUS IF U DO BETTER.
On 10/28/05
luke from Othr said:
that stinks we cant get jobs.i help mum and dad on our flower farm and know how to drive tractors,cars,motorbikes and other things.plz some one take me on
On 10/27/05
Victoria from Othr said:
Im 13 and its not fair, i want a job in journalism for work experiance, and to get a little spare cash. That stinks!
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