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According to an emergency ruling released Wednesday morning, anyone wishing to enter the Kern County Superior Courthouse building must wear a mask.
In a statement released by the court: "Face coverings may include coverings that secure to the ears or back of the head and encompass the mouth and nose. These include homemade cloth ear loop covers, scarves, handkerchiefs, and neck gaiters."
In a statement released by the court: "Face coverings may include coverings that secure to the ears or back of the head and encompass the mouth and nose. These include homemade cloth ear loop covers, scarves, handkerchiefs, and neck gaiters."The court added that it reserves the right to modify the ruling depending on "changing circumstances."
