Legal Documents of New Market

It shall be unlawful for any person to appear on or in any public way or place while wearing any mask, device, or hood whereby any portion of the face is so hidden or covered as to conceal the identity of the wearer. The following are exempted from the provisions of this section:

1. Children under the age of ten (10) years.
2. Workers while engaged in work wherein a face covering is necessary for health and/or safety reasons.
3. Persons wearing gas masks in civil defense drills and exercises or emergencies.
4. Any person having a special permit issued by the city recorder to wear a traditional holiday costume.
5. Religious persons wearing scarfs for religious purposes. (1983 Code, § 8-235, modified)