Work Labor Law For Minors In Chicago
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More than 18 hours during a week when school is in session; More than 40 hours during a week when school is not in session; More than 8 hours in any single 24-hour period; More than 3 hours per day or more than 8 hours total of work and school hours on days when school is in session.
New Illinois Child Labor Law Brings Enhanced Workplace Rules for Minors Under 16. Illinois has enacted the Child Labor Law of 2024, which enhances restrictions on the employment of minors in the state, and creates new employer obligations. The new law includes civil and criminal penalties for violations.
Times and Hours The limitations on the times of day and the hours of work permitted for minors are detailed. Children under 16 may not work for more than 8 hours per day, or for more than 6 consecutive days in a week, or in excess of 48 hours in a week.
More than 18 hours during a week when school is in session; More than 40 hours during a week when school is not in session; More than 8 hours in any single 24-hour period; More than 3 hours per day or more than 8 hours total of work and school hours on days when school is in session.
Minors 16 and 17 years of age who are employed, permitted, or suffered to work for 8 hours or more in any one day as authorized by this section may not be employed, permitted, or suffered to work for more than 4 hours continuously without an interval of at least 30 minutes for a meal period.
If you are under the age of 18, you are considered a minor in the State of Illinois.
Minors who are 14 or 15 can work outside of school hours (see total hours allowed above) except at prohibited sites only after being issued a certificate authorizing such employment. A minor who is 13 or younger may not work in any occupation at any worksite unless there is an exemption under this act.
