Are fireworks illegal in california?

Under California fireworks laws, these items may be sold year round. All "safe and sane" fireworks must display a "State of California, State Fire Marshall Registered Fireworks" seal. If they do not, they are illegal fireworks in California. read more

California law prohibits the use of even safe and sane fireworks where there is a likelihood that the discharge of the fireworks will injure another person or persons. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 12680.) And, it is always illegal to intentionally discharge fireworks with the intent of creating chaos, fear, or panic in other people. read more

Most violations of California's fireworks laws are misdemeanors. The penalties include up to one (1) year in county jail and/or a fine of up to one thousand dollars ($1,000). There are a number of California legal defenses that are available to fight your illegal fireworks charges. read more

California Fireworks Safety & Education Program. Illegal Fireworks: A serious threat to California. State-Approved Fireworks in California. U.S. Statistics read more