Pirro Launches Crackdown on Parents of Teens Behind D.C. ‘Takeovers’

The legislation gives the Metropolitan Police authority to establish temporary curfew zones where minors are prohibited from gathering in groups of eight or more after 8 p.m.

Supporters argue the law is necessary to restore public safety after repeated disturbances linked to youth gatherings turned violent. Critics, however, contend the measure unfairly targets young people and risks over-policing minority communities.

The bill passed with amendments introduced by Councilmember Brianne Nadeau that place an expiration date on the curfew powers in 2028 and prohibit officers from sending curfew violators to detention facilities.

Pirro made clear Thursday that she believes the city still has not gone far enough.

“I am not shy about looking for jail time,” she said. “The people of D.C. have had enough.”