I think shielding vulnerable people from infection is a laudable and necessary goal for a state that wants to be a service to the population, I don't believe a state has an end in itself aside from consolidating the interest of the population.
This is clear evidence that states cannot responsibly manage their power if they aren't restricted by necessary boundaries.
> "But there is absolutely no excuse for the actions of these three this morning."
I disagree. I think these ridiculous rules are part that forced the teenagers hand and are therefore a health risk to everyone.