LORAIN, Ohio — Two measures aimed at tackling youth violence in Lorain are another step closer to becoming law.

“We have a serious problem in our community with youth violence and youth acquiring firearms,” said Mayor Jack Bradley.

Bradley explained one ordinance would increase penalties for gun offenses to first-degree misdemeanors, potentially resulting in up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine.

The other would hold parents accountable if their children commit crimes after curfew.

“If a parent was reckless in allowing their child to be out after curfew and they committed a serious crime, there could be some responsibility on the parents' part also,” said Bradley.

Videos presented at Monday night’s committee meeting, showing violent instances, illustrate why the measures are up

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