How long did Mockridge remain unmasked at the mall outlet?

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Mockridge Remained Unmasked for at Least 15 Minutes at City Square Mall Outlet

Philip Richard Mockridge was unmasked for a minimum of 15 minutes at the fast-food outlet in City Square Mall, during which time he interacted with staff at the counter while collecting his food. This incident occurred on May 16 of the previous year, and Mockridge was fined S$8,000 (approximately RM25,878) for the offence, though he has indicated his intention to appeal the sentence.
Defiance During Police Interaction

The court heard that police officers responded to a report concerning Mockridge's refusal to wear his mask properly. Upon their arrival at the Mos Burger outlet, Mockridge had his mask lowered to his chin, failing to cover his nose and mouth. Despite being informed of the Covid-19 regulations requiring masks in indoor settings when not eating or drinking, he questioned the officers about the specific laws they were referencing and stated, "I’m not so sure." He proceeded to collect his takeaway food while still unmasked, continuing to engage with the officers with his mask down and holding his food.
Persistent Refusal and Questioning of Authority

Mockridge continued to question the authority and legal basis for the officers' instructions, asking, "Which law are you referring to?" and later, "If I don’t, what will you do?" He also began recording the exchange on his mobile phone, interpreting the officers' explanation of legal consequences as a threat, asking, "Are you threatening to put me in a cage?" He persistently refused to wear his mask correctly despite repeated instructions, leading the officers to inform him that he would face follow-up action.
Prior Breaches and Sentencing Considerations

This incident at City Square Mall was not Mockridge's first offence. He had failed to wear a mask at Sengkang MRT Station on November 26, 2020, and again at Serangoon MRT Station on December 19 of the same year. These two previous breaches were taken into consideration during his sentencing. The prosecution had sought the maximum fine of S$10,000, highlighting Mockridge's prolonged unmasked state and his defiant responses as demonstrations of his non-compliance. District Judge Soh Tze Bian acknowledged that Mockridge had avoided further re-offending after the mall incident and had not necessitated a trial, which influenced the final fine amount.

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