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Georgia Minor Labor Restrictions
activeGeorgia restricts the employment of minors under 16. Minors under 16 may work a maximum of 4 hours on a school day, 8 hours on a non-school day, and 40 hours per week during non-school weeks. During the school year, weekly hours are further limited. Minors under 12 are generally prohibited from working.
Applicability
Requirements
- Under 12
- Description
- Children under 12 are generally prohibited from employment in Georgia, with limited exceptions for agricultural work.
- Ages 12 15
- Description
- Minors aged 12-15 may work with restrictions on hours and types of employment.
- Max Hours School Day
- 4
- Max Hours Nonschool Day
- 8
- Max Hours Per Week
- 40
- School Week Restrictions
- Hours are further limited during school weeks. Minors may not work during school hours.
- Under 16 General
- Description
- Minors under 16 may not work in hazardous occupations. They are limited to 4 hours on school days, 8 hours on non-school days, and 40 hours per week when school is not in session. Employers must maintain records of minor employees.
Penalties
Violations of Georgia's child labor laws may result in misdemeanor charges. Employers may be fined for each violation.
Notes
Georgia does not have general meal break or rest break requirements for adult employees. The state's labor laws for minors focus on hour restrictions and prohibited occupations. Georgia does not require work permits for minor employment.