Gangbuk-gu 'Mandatory Mask Wearing' Intensive Enforcement

From the 13th, '24-Hour Immediate Mask Response Team' Operates... 100,000 KRW Fine for Mask Mandate Violators, Up to 3 Million KRW Fine for Facility Operators Violating Quarantine Guidelines

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangbuk-gu (Mayor Park Gyeom-su) is closely monitoring compliance with quarantine guidelines such as wearing masks in accordance with the elevation to social distancing level 1.5.

Since the 13th, the district has formed a '24-hour Mask Response Team' and has been conducting on-site inspections.

The total number of facilities subject to enforcement is 3,729. ▲ Intensive management facilities (9 types including singing practice rooms) 576 locations ▲ General management facilities (14 types including beauty salons) 2,112 locations ▲ Other facilities (8 types including public transportation) 1,041 locations.

Operators and managers of these facilities must pay a fine of up to 3 million KRW if they violate quarantine guidelines such as not wearing masks. The fine is 1.5 million KRW for the first violation and 3 million KRW for the second or subsequent violations.

Individuals not wearing masks at the targeted facilities and locations will be fined 100,000 KRW regardless of the number of violations.

When the responsible public officials enforce mask-wearing, they follow a step-by-step procedure. First, administrative guidance is given to the violator to wear the mask properly.

If this is not followed, the second step involves explaining the basis for enforcement and imposing a fine.

A district official stated, "So far, all those caught violating administrative orders such as 'mask worn under the chin' have complied with the first administrative guidance," and added, "If they do not comply at the initial stage, strict measures will be taken without exception."

The response team plans to focus on promptly addressing civil complaints and enhancing the effectiveness of enforcement activities. Detailed information related to enforcement and other inquiries can be found on the district's website (News section).

Gangbuk-gu Mayor Park Gyeom-su said, "It is very concerning that the number of infections with unclear transmission links in daily life is rapidly increasing in a short period," and urged, "Residents should understand that mask-wearing enforcement is not for punishment but a measure to block COVID-19, and must strictly follow the quarantine rules."

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