Puerto Rico Child Labor in Entertainment & Performing Arts
Child labor laws on Puerto Rico and Federal levels have special provisions that apply to underage performers in the entertainment industry such as child actors, models, singers, etc. Due to the nature of the work and the established need for child performers, entertainment industry child labor laws tend to be less strict than general child labor regulations.
Regulation of child labor in the entertainment industry may include specification of whether or not employment certificates are required, mandatory consent from a parent or guardian, restricions on the type of work that can be done, and more.
Puerto Rico's Child Labor Laws for Entertainment & Performing Arts
Under state law, a Puerto Rico work permit is required for minors to be employed in the entertainment industry. All minors under age 18 require a work permit from the Puerto Rico government in order to be legally employed.
General Puerto Rico labor laws apply to all employment of minors, including work in the entertainment industry.
The child labor statute includes an exception for concerts or theatrical performances, in which a minor is allowed to work up to midnight (outside ofthe usual limits of 6PM or 10PM depending on the minor's age). The Secretary of Labor and Human Resources must approve prior to the event.
Other Puerto Rico Child Labor Laws
In addition to laws specifically regulating minors employed in the entertainment industry, Puerto Rico law has a variety of regulations that cover child labor in general. To learn more, see Puerto Rico child labor laws.
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