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96 warnings issued to non-life-sustaining businesses in Pennsylvania over weekend

The Pennsylvania State Police released data on actions taken from Friday, March 27, through Sunday, March 29, against non-life-sustaining businesses that failed to comply with Governor Tom Wolf’s order closing their physical locations. Enforcement began on Monday, March 23.

No citations were given during this time, but there were 96 total warnings, including four by Troop E, which includes Warren County.

The governor has directed the following state agencies and local officials to enforce the closure orders to the full extent of the law:

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board;

Department of Health;

Department of Agriculture;

Pennsylvania State Police;

Municipal Police;

Local officials, using their resources to enforce closure orders within their jurisdictions.

The Wolf administration has provided all local law enforcement with enforcement guidance that mirrors PSP’s.

The current list of businesses classified as life-sustaining, resources for affected businesses, and information businesses to request a waiver/exemption are available from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED).

To report a noncompliant business, contact your local law enforcement agency’s non-emergency number. Do not call 911 to file reports.

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