Curfew
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Law Enforcement
Curfew laws can be enforced by the police for public safety during emergencies or unrest. During the riots, the city council authorized the police to enforce the curfew.
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Context Variability
Curfews can vary by location and situation, like wartime or health-related emergencies. Residents were surprised when the wartime curfew differed from the one during the recent pandemic.
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Common Misuse
Don't confuse 'curfew' with 'lockdown', which often requires staying home at all times. The curfew limited nighttime movement, but it was not as restrictive as a lockdown.