Why Age Limits For Trick-or-treating Spark Debate This Halloween In Massachusetts

As Halloween approaches, it's time to shop for candy to give to children on the last night of October.

For some reason, I developed an obsession with a particular candy around Halloween: Milk Duds. I'm not entirely sure why, but I think it has to do with the combination of chocolate and the caramel texture. After all, they are made by Hershey's.

Growing up in Adams, I have many fond memories of trick-or-treating in my old neighborhood at the base of Mount Greylock. I dressed up in various costumes that my mother made from scratch, as store-bought costumes have always been quite expensive.

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Does Massachusetts have an age limit for trick-or-treating?

Although Massachusetts does not have a legal age limit for trick-or-treating, many parents believe that ages 13 or 14 are appropriate limits. Personally, I continued to trick-or-treat with friends until I was 23, and I'm not exaggerating!

Here's a list of certain locations that have legal age restrictions

Chesapeake, Virginia, does not have a law against trick-or-treating after the age of 14. Although this law is not enforced, violators are not subject to any penalties.

In Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey, there is a law that prohibits trick-or-treating for individuals over the age of 12; however, it is not actively enforced.

Belleville, Illinois, has a law similar to New Jersey's, which is more recent.

In Charleston, South Carolina, there are restrictions on trick-or-treating for children no older than 15 years of age.

Overall, I highly doubt any of these laws or rules are enforced. If I see a teenager out trick-or-treating for innocent candy, it's much better than doing things that would get them in trouble. If I pass out candy this year and you happen to be at my doorstep and you're older than 16, I will certainly not turn you down!

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