Frequently Asked Questions about the State’s mask order.
Please do not call 911 or your local law enforcement agency to report people not wearing masks.
No. Someone may have a medical reason for not wearing a face covering. Whether those around you are wearing face coverings or not, focus on keeping 6 feet of distance between you and washing your hands often.
Nothing. Some people have conditions or circumstances that would make wearing a cloth face covering difficult or dangerous. Just wear your mask and stay six feet away.
During these challenging times, remember that we’re all in this together and each of us must do our best to be our best. Local law enforcement agencies and public officials are focused on education and community engagement regarding state orders related to COVID-19 and the best ways our community can limit the spread of COVID-19 and recover from the pandemic.
As noted by the Washington State Patrol: “The statewide face covering order is a public health and safety measure, it is not a mandate for law enforcement to detain, cite or arrest violators but rather an evidence-based and safety focused directive meant to slow the spread of a potentially deadly disease.”
If you have concerns about individuals not wearing masks, please visit www.kitsappublichealth.org/concern to submit a concern to the Kitsap Public Health District.
As noted by the Washington State Patrol: “The statewide face covering order is a public health and safety measure, it is not a mandate for law enforcement to detain, cite or arrest violators but rather an evidence-based and safety focused directive meant to slow the spread of a potentially deadly disease.”
If you have concerns about individuals not wearing masks, please visit www.kitsappublichealth.org/concern to submit a concern to the Kitsap Public Health District.
For concerns about employees at a business please contact the L&I Safety Call Center: 1-800-423-7233 or via e-mail to adag235@lni.wa.gov.
Please contact the Governor’s office at (360) 900-4111.