IRVINE, Calif.—A flood of new COVID-19 cases has prompted the City of Irvine, California, to double its fine for those flouting mask rules.
The city on Nov. 16 amended an existing executive order, and in the process, toughened penalties for anyone refusing to cover up in public. Those rebuffing the mask requirement now face a fine of up to $1,000, up from the previous $500 maximum ticket.
