Paterson, New Jersey, Considers Curfews for Adults

[efoods]PATERSON, N.J. — Curfews might not be just for kids anymore in one northern New Jersey city.

Seeking to curb violence after a spate of deadly summer shootings, Paterson officials are considering an unusual ordinance that would prevent people of all ages from gathering outside in public late at night.

The measure could be the nation’s first citywide, non-emergency curfew to include adults, several experts said.

“We’re trying to think outside the box,” said Mayor Jose Torres. “This was triggered predominantly by fear among city residents over the shootings that have been occurring this summer.”

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