A message from Lancaster Mayor Parris, to those who are planning a protest in the City.

Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris, has sent a strong message to those opposing stay-at-home orders due to the coronavirus, they will be facing possible charges for breaking the state and city orders.

"We were notified a group is planning a similar protest in Lancaster. Make no mistake people who deliberately violate the social distancing laws, and the laws requiring that we all wear a mask will be identified, arrested, and prosecuted. Do not mess with us. You will not endanger the lives of our hardworking families because of some misguided civil liberties argument." Mayor R. Rex Parris

The quote is: Give me Liberty or Give me Death. Being arrested and locked up in an over crowded jail just might result in granting you your wish. Mayor R. Rx Parris

Anti-lockdown rallies have also been seen in states including Texas, Wisconsin, Ohio, California and Minnesota. Some epidemiologists predict such protests could cause a surge in Covid-19 cases.

Last weekend a rally was held in Palmdale, and organizers are planning other ones this coming week in Palmdale and Lancaster.

Protesters Across The Country Demand COVID-19 Restrictions Be Lifted.

Residents in five states, including Illinois, held protests demanding their governors open up their states.