Stiffer fines for
illegal fireworks
Each individual illegal firework
counts as a separate offense.
First offense: $750 fine
Each subsequent
offense: $1,000 fine
Example: If you are caught with 3 illegal fireworks in your possession,
the fine would be $2,750!
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More severe legal
consequences
Possession of illegal fireworks
can now be cited as a criminal misdemeanor, not just an infraction.
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Liability for the costs for emergency response
Individuals responsible for
illegal fireworks can be charged
the actual costs of emergency responses, in addition to fines.
Example: Costs for emergency response typically run thousands of dollars.
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Responsibility of
property owners
Penalties are now in place for
owners, renters, and anyone
hosting a gathering who knowingly
allows the use or storage of illegal fireworks on their property, or the street or sidewalk adjacent to their property.
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