Large gatherings not individuals will be the focus
Ontario Provincial Police are asking Ontarians to voluntarily comply with the new emergency orders to limit transmission of the COVID-19 virus.
The says its OPP officers will enforce the Stay-at-Home Order, by focusing on non-compliance in businesses and restaurants, complaints from the public and unlawful public gatherings.
Under provincial rules, officers can disperse and ticket individuals found to be non-compliant resulting in a $750 fine.
The force adds however, OPP officers will not arbitrarily stop an individual or a vehicle, or enter a dwelling for the singular purpose of checking compliance with the order.
Individuals are not expected to provide proof of essential work.
But officers who believe an individual may be participating in a gathering that is prohibited may require the individual to provide information to determine whether or not they are in compliance.
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