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Posted On: 12 November 2020 05:18 pm
Updated On: 12 November 2020 05:25 pm

Authorities referred 164 people to Public Prosecution for not wearing masks

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As per the cabinet decision and Law No. 17 of 1990 regarding infectious diseases, and the preventive measures in place to limit the spread of the Coronavirus, 164 persons were referred to the Public Prosecution for not wearing masks in places where it is mandatory.

The authorities also referred seven persons to the Public Prosecution for violating the limit allowed in a vehicle, which is specified as four persons, including the driver, except for members of the same family.

The competent authorities call on the public to adhere to the precautionary and preventive decisions in force to protect them and others from the spread of the Coronavirus in society.

Source: Ministry of Interior