You cannot wear a mask in public unless it is for a holiday or specific medical reason.

The Law Explained

Originally passed in the mid-20th century to combat the domestic terrorism of the Ku Klux Klan, this law makes it a crime for individuals over the age of 16 to conceal their identity in public spaces. The statute includes strict exemptions for Halloween, theatrical productions, and winter weather gear. During the COVID-19 pandemic, state officials actually had to issue special legal guidance noting that surgical masks were medically exempt.