13 persons sentenced for violating anti-epidemic regulations

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     The Department of Health (DH) today (April 27) announced that a total of 13 persons were sentenced by the Magistrates' Courts in the past week (April 20 to 26) for violating the Prevention and Control of Disease Regulation (Cap. 599A).

     The 13 cases involved five men and eight women aged between 26 and 67. They were sentenced to imprisonment for up to 14 days, suspended for 12 months, or a fine of up to $20,000 by the Magistrates' Courts.

     The DH will continue its actions against those who have breached the relevant regulations earlier.

Ends/Thursday, April 27, 2023
Issued at HKT 17:00

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