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Speak Up! - View Question #185 |
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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 10/08/03
david from Othe said:
whats the point of being cooped up all day long? i want 2 get a job to ern money to buy stuff if adults let us get a job then they dont have 2 pay 4 our college funds we could pay it our selfs plus if we get a job we wont need 2 go up 2 our parent 2 get money so it keeps more money in the family.
thank you.
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On 10/07/03
Danielle from AR said:
How do we have to be able to get a job. I heard we had to fill out something saying that the parent consents you to work. Also I think that is stupid that 13 year-olds can't work legally(except for your parents.). I want a job so I don't have to ask my parents for money and I can save up for when I want a car or when I move out and everything. So I think they should lower it so 13 year-olds and above can work. That way once you turn a teenager you have the option of working or not working. That is my honest opinion.
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On 10/06/03
Bebe from CA said:
Dear Frank, YOU ARE SO RIGHT. LIKE, I DON,T GET ALLOWANCE, AND I'D LIKE TO HAVE NICE STUFF. SO , WHY NOT GET A JOB, WELL, REMEMBER, I'M TOO YOUNG.
IT'S JUST NOT FAIR.
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On 10/06/03
jinelisse from PA said:
I agree with you beacause Iam tired of hearing my mom tell me that go get a job I tell her I wish so please cange the law.
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On 10/06/03
Kellie from LA said:
I dont understand why they won't let 13 yr. olds go out and get a job. I really need the money and I go to school full time.
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