What happens if you get caught with illegal fireworks in Hawaii?
Hawaii Police remind the public that it is unlawful for any person without a valid permit to set off aerial fireworks. People who violate this law could be found guilty of a misdemeanor or Class C felony.
Can you shoot fireworks in Hawaii?
Hawai’i Island residents who obtain a pyrotechnic permit may only set off fireworks on July 4th between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Even with a fireworks permit, it is against the law to set off fireworks at any other time during this holiday season.
What type of fireworks are legal in Hawaii?
Hawaii Wholesale Fireworks
| Bottle Rockets: | Legally Allowed |
|---|---|
| Roman Candles: | Legally Allowed |
| Firecrackers: | Legally Allowed |
| Sparklers: | Legally Allowed |
| Smoke and Punk: | Legally Allowed |
What is the fine for illegal fireworks in Hawaii?
HB 508, passed by the committee with amendments, would increase minimum fines for illegal use of fireworks from $500 to $1,000 and maximum fines from $2,000 to $4,000. It also received the support of the Hawaii State Fire Council, the Department of Public Safety and Hawaiian Humane Society.
How do I report illegal fireworks in Hawaii?
Anyone having information about the location of illegal fireworks is asked to call the police department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311 or 911 if it is an emergency situation.
Are sparklers illegal in Hawaii?
Currently right now all handheld consumer sparklers, fireworks and firecrackers are permitted including heart shaped sparklers. What is not allowed in Hawaii are all aerial fireworks like mortars, parachutes and any type of bottle rockets. Currently you must be the age of 18 years old to purchase all sparklers.
What time can you start popping fireworks in Hawaii?
Aerial fireworks are banned everywhere. On Kauai, Maui and Hawaii Island, you’ll need a $25 permit. Firecrackers can be set off on private property between 9 p.m. Thursday and 1 a.m. New Year’s Day. On Kauai and Maui, you are not allowed to ignite them on streets.
Are fireworks legal in Hawaii County?
It’s illegal to buy, sell, possess or set off any aerial luminary device such as sky lanterns and Hawaii Lanterns. Any person in possession of any aerial luminary device who would like to dispose of it with amnesty can also call the Fire Prevention Bureau.
When were fireworks made illegal in Hawaii?
2010
A 2010 law aimed at reducing injuries and smoke outlawed nearly all consumer fireworks on Oahu, including novelty fireworks like sparklers.
When can we start popping fireworks?
A telltale sign Fourth of July festivities are nearing: “Safe and Sane” fireworks stands are popping up in shopping centers and will soon open for business. Fireworks will start to go on sale across California on June 28, and fire agencies expect to respond to fires started because of fireworks.