Covid, in France fines and jail risk for merchants who violate the health pass

French traders who do not comply with the new rules relating to the health pass will be liable to a fine of up to 45,000 euros and a year in prison: so we read in Article 1 of the draft law containing the new provisions announced by the president Emmanuel Macron. Among other things, the text creates a new ground for dismissal. The health pass requirement to access restaurants, bars and other places and public transport will come into effect starting from August 1st, while for places of culture and entertainment as early as July 21st. All citizens over 12 years of age must have a pass to access the places provided for by the measure. The same applies to employees of restaurants and bars, for which there is however a derogation until August 30, as well as for the 12-17 year old bracket.