Clark Township Debates Youth Curfew | Newark News

Clark Township is considering a new curfew for teens under 18, banning them from public spaces between 11 PM and 6 AM, with police power to issue warnings or penalties. The proposal, backed by the police department, sparked heated debate at the council meeting, with parents demanding data to prove necessity and warning of potential profiling. Residents also urged police to prioritize visible safety issues like homelessness and street solicitation. The council tabled the vote for now, giving time for more input and justification — and we’re still waiting to hear the police department’s full reasoning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/236cf076292ba2e5