Get Fireworks Seizure Form - Office Of The State Fire Marshal - Osfm Fire Ca

California has zero tolerance for the sale and use of illegal fireworks....Illegal fireworks include: Sky rockets. Bottle rockets. Roman candles. Aerial shells. Firecrackers. Other fireworks that explode, go into the air, or move on the ground in an uncontrollable manner.

Most of California's major cities ban fireworks, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, all of San Diego County, all of San Mateo County, and San Jose. Somewhat surprisingly, approved fireworks are permitted in Sacramento.

Possessing or Using Dangerous Fireworks Although a year in jail is unlikely for just possessing or setting off some illegal fireworks, a person convicted of this misdemeanor offense can face up to one year behind bars, a fine of $500 to $1,000, or both. A second violation increases the fine to a minimum of $1,000.

When it comes to fireworks in California, the laws can be tricky. As a whole, the state allows some or all Class C fireworks which includes shells and mortars, multiple tube devices, Roman candles, rockets, sparklers, and firecrackers with no more than 50 milligrams of chemical compound.

California requirements Applicants must be 21 or older. Applicants must be on eight post-display reports with five different licensed operators within two consecutive years. Maintain a log-book to track your eligibility. Attend Pyro University seminars.

California's Fireworks Law, passed in 1938, established the Office of the State Fire Marshal (SFM) as the only fireworks classification authority in California. Fireworks are classified through laboratory analysis, field examinations and test firing of items.