FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Merced County residents could face charges if they refuse to follow new guidelines imposed by the Merced County Department of Public Health.
A new order issued Wednesday bans all non-essential travel and unnecessary gathers of any number of people, including church and funeral services.
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The order also continues to enforce stay-at-home rules, unless residents are providing or receiving essential services. Access to Merced County recreation areas, such as parks and golf courses, has also been restricted to residents.
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Those who fail to comply with regulations could face a misdemeanor charge punishable by fine, jail time or both.
Read the full order here.