Monday, July 20, 2020 by: Michael Alexan
As per the order, individuals who see others violating the governor’s mask orders should forward complaints to the county’s new hotline at 216-698-5050, or through the county’s website.
County workers will then contact the subject of the complaints – whether they are individuals or businesses – in order to inform them that a complaint has been filed against them, Budish said, adding that the complaints also will be forwarded to the Board of Health, as well as the relevant city or village authorities.
In addition, the Sheriff’s Department could reportedly investigate or potentially file charges and take further action should a violator of the mask order become the subject of repeated complaints, or if an individual commits a “serious non-compliance.”
According to Budish, those who violate the state’s order can be charged with a second-degree misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to 90 days in jail as well as a fine amounting to $750.