Is work permit required in California for a minor son daughter or child who is 15 year old?

Yes, even if the worker is a family member, a work permit is required for a minor. Work permits for minors are available at the minor’s school. The number of hours a minor is allowed to work will be indicated on the work permit. However, when school is in session all work hours must be outside school hours, and a 15-year-old may work 3 hours on a school day, 8 hours on a non school day and no more than 18 hours per week.

When school is not in session, a 15-year-old may work 8 hours a day/40 hours a week. You should also be aware that minors may not be employed in any business, exhibition or vocation that would be hazardous or dangerous to the health, life or limb of the minor. (Labor Code Section 1308(a)(1)).

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