This 4th of July, make sure you are up to date on California’s fireworks laws if you plan on using them at your own party. The laws are easy to understand and follow, and will still allow you to have more than enough fun and excitement.
- There are “Safe and Sane” fireworks and there are “Dangerous” ones. It is illegal for anyone to sell or purchase dangerous fireworks unless the person holds a special pyrotechnic license.
- The only individuals who are allowed to purchase, own, and use “dangerous” fireworks are those with the special permit. It is illegal for this individual to sell or give away these fireworks to anyone, including friends and family.
- A person must be at least 16 years of age to purchase “safe and sane” fireworks. They may only purchase from licensed retailers between June 28 and July 6 each year.
- It is illegal for anyone to sell fireworks anytime outside of June 28 to July 6. If a retailer does not sell out within that period, they have no choice but to store it until that same period next year.
- The state of California has fireworks laws, but then each county within the state may have additional fireworks laws. Wherever you are for the 4th of July, read up on the county’s laws.
Your July 4th celebrations must be in the works already and this year, America’s birthday lands on a weekend, meaning the parties are going to last longer than ever! Whether you’re barbecuing, hanging at the pool, hitting the beach, picnicking, or engaging in some other fun activities that we missed, make sure to cap your night off on a fun, celebratory note. That means two things:
- Drink (and drive) responsibility. Better yet, call a taxi or have a designated driver.
- Only play with legal fireworks, if you will be playing with your own fireworks.
Celebrations in the past have been generally safe but some have gotten too out of hand. Let’s hope this year is even better. Ending your night in jail before the weekend would be pretty awful, don’t you think?
Nonetheless, if you or a friend does party too hard and you end up arrested, Tulare Bail Bonds can help bail you out of jail so the rest of your weekend doesn’t totally suck. Give us a call at 800-793-2245 and we’ll get your bail bond together in a jiffy. We’re available 24/7 so yes, we will save your midnight July 4th shenanigans if we get your call.
We are absolutely happy to do it!