TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has issued a curfew for the City of Tampa following a night of violent protests.
The curfew for all businesses and people within the City of Tampa will be from 7:30 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. until further notice.
Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister decided not to institute a county-wide curfew.
On Saturday, May 30, Gov. Ron DeSantis activated the National Guard. Officials said 100 guardsmen were sent to Tampa at 4 p.m.
“What I saw last night was not a call for voices to be heard, ideas to effect change, or ways to shine a light on inequality,” said Mayor Jane Castor.
“What I saw was shameful, what I saw was heartbreaking. And what I saw did not reflect our community and the values we share. We stand in solidarity with all of the peaceful protests happening in our city and around the country.”
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Violation of the order is a second-degree misdemeanor which carries a penalty of up to 60 days imprisonment and/or a $500 fine. According to Florida Statutes, it could also lead to a first-degree misdemeanor, which carries a penalty of up to one year imprisonment and/or a $1000 fine.
The Executive Order takes effect immediately.
The Mayor will hold a 5:30 p.m. news briefing on the curfew.
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