
1722: This Actually Happened!
NYPD Mask Enforcement, Social Distancing Penalties in New York
NYPD Chief of Department Terrence Monaghan announced that 1,000 officers would patrol New York City parks and beaches to enforce social distancing and mask-wearing. Officials warned that while the initial focus was on education, non-compliance could lead to citations or arrests. The measure aimed to prevent large gatherings during warm weather at the height of the pandemic.

