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LAPD Warns Students to Stay in School as Downtown L.A. Walkouts Persist

The advisory warns of curfew violations, truancy penalties, potential charges for adults who help minors leave campus.

Overview

  • Police issued a public notice urging students to remain on campus during school hours and reminding families of Los Angeles curfew and attendance laws.
  • Officials reiterated that middle and high school students may take one excused absence per year for a civic or political event if the school is notified in advance.
  • The Department of Homeland Security said an ICE officer was injured by a thrown object during a Feb. 13 student protest downtown, and recent demonstrations have seen skirmish lines and some arrests.
  • The LAPD cautioned that adults who transport or assist minors in unlawful activity could be arrested for contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
  • Los Angeles Unified said it supports students’ advocacy rights but emphasized safety at off‑campus protests and noted students may demonstrate peacefully on campus during non‑instructional time.