Sometimes, however, our fear causes us to over-react. The media has to fill their air time and often do it by repeating stories or spending large amounts of time describing the experiences of a few individuals. We need to be vigilant, but studies show that our schools are getting safer, not more dangerous. For more information chick here. I have a teenage son who wants to go out with his friends in the early evenings when it is still light.
Kids are most likely to get in trouble because of lack of supervision than anything else.
The highest crime rates are in the hours immediately after school, not in the early or late evening. Trouble may be a function of opportunity and the people he hangs out with more than when he goes out. It is important to set consistent rules for your son about when to be in. Don't, however, be so rigid in making a rule that is exaggerated or extreme. You will lose credibility with your son and he is less likely to respect your other rules.