Periodic sweeps remind the public about the law officer. Curfew enforcement has, in large part, become a part of routine enforcement. They commented that police have higher priorities than chasing curfew breakers, and that there is too much paperwork involved, tying up a police officer's time when he or she should be using that time to pursue more serious offenders. Some suggested that random sweeps seem to be more effective in keeping offenders off balance, as they are never sure when the police will be around. Finally, several commented that there is nowhere to take the young people when they are picked up because many parents aren't home.
Offenses occur before curfew hours.
Therefore, the curfew is ineffective. There is no place to take the kids. Often the parents are not home. There is no punishment for the law. The law is on the books but there is no punishment.