As the coronavirus epidemic is escalating in France, new restrictions are implemented in the country depending on the seriousness of the situation. Therefore, some areas see facemask wearing being more and more required, and even a curfew is implemented since Saturday October 17, 2020 is now instated from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. everywhere in France.
New restrictions in Paris and Île-de-France: 4-week lockdown
The coronavirus epidemic is escalating in Île-de-France. The entire region has been placed under strengthened surveillance and hospitals are adapting to the increase in admissions in intensive care units. As the regional incidence rate exceeded the threshold of 400 cases for 100,000 inhabitants, Jean Castex has announced a four-week lockdown in the entire Paris area. [Read more]
So, what to expect in the event of an offence? As for facemask wearing and for the curfew, the sanction in the event of an offence is a fine set at €135. This is the same amount that has been implemented – after re-assessment – during lockdown in case of unjustified outing. It is also required in Ile-de-France public transport where facemasks are already mandatory. Careful though, this is the fine for the first offence: the bill can grow heavier in the event of a repeat offence.
