This article in the NY Times says
My question is, if he’s supposed to stay at home, what is the meaning of curfew?
LIke my buddy with a third DUI, he can drive to work at 9am, he has to be home by 7PM, and they’d better not find him out any time inbetween(or anywhere other than work during work hours).
People under house arrest are usually allowed to leave their homes during the day for work, shopping, medical appointments, or religious services.