By calling Child Labor Compliance at 1.800.226.2536. If a minor under the age of 18 is married, is that minor exempt from child labor law?Contact the U. S. Dept. House Bill 49 amends Florida's Child Labor Law to lessen some of the restrictions on labor rules for minors 16 and 17 years of age. Employers are required to keep waiver authorizations, proof of age documentation, and proof of exemption from minor status for all employees who are under 18. (2)(a) Minors 16 and 17 years of age may not be employed, permitted, or suffered to work: 1. This fact sheet provides general information concerning the application of the federal child labor provisions to restaurants and quick-service establishments. Generally, youth who are 16 and 17 years old may work in a broad range of jobs, but cannot work in jobs that Florida has deemed are too hazardous. Exemptions for the employment of student learners 16 to 18 years of age are provided in s. 450.061. Minors may not serve, pour, bartend, or sell alcoholic beverages.