The letter to the attorneys representing Pacers Showgirls and Cheetahs Gentleman's Club said the state has been informed the locations are operating indoors despite restrictions forcing restaurants to offer only take-out and delivery services under the order. San Diego County officials voted this week to appeal any "adverse ruling" to a hearing over whether to allow strip clubs to remain open. Supervisor Nathan Fletcher said on Wednesday that the majority of the board doesn't view strip clubs as essential and "felt that was consistent with common sense.
The adult entertainment businesses sued to county and state in October over COVID restrictions that forced them to close indoor operations. A judge issued a preliminary injunction on Nov. After the county fell into the state's purple tier restrictions that closed indoor operations for many businesses in November, an attorney representing Pacers adult entertainment club told ABC 10News that adult entertainment is a protected form of expression and should be protected as a first amendment right.
The Associated Press reported that the strip clubs say they are keeping dancers six feet or more apart and requiring everyone to wear a face covering. News Local News. Actions Facebook Tweet Email. California issues cease-and-desist to San Diego strip clubs. By: Mark Saunders. RELATED: State says San Diego County playgrounds can remain open during stay-at-home order After the county fell into the state's purple tier restrictions that closed indoor operations for many businesses in November, an attorney representing Pacers adult entertainment club told ABC 10News that adult entertainment is a protected form of expression and should be protected as a first amendment right.
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