All fireworks, including so-called 'safe and sane' fireworks, are prohibited in Camarillo under CMC Chapter 9.24 (Fire Prevention) and Ventura County Fire Protection District regulations. The city maintains a total ban on the sale, possession, and discharge of all consumer fireworks.
Camarillo maintains a complete ban on all consumer fireworks within city limits. This includes both 'dangerous' fireworks (aerial, explosive) and 'safe and sane' fireworks (ground-based, State Fire Marshal-approved). The ban is enforced under the California Health and Safety Code Sections 12500-12728 and local implementing ordinances. The Ventura County Fire Protection District enforces fire prevention codes that prohibit all fireworks due to the high fire danger in the semi-arid Ventura County landscape. No fireworks permits are issued for private use. Professional pyrotechnic displays for public events may be permitted with approval from the Fire District and appropriate insurance and safety measures. The city hosts a public fireworks display for Independence Day celebrations, providing a safe alternative for residents.
Possession or discharge of fireworks in Camarillo is a misdemeanor. Fines range from $500 to $1,000 or more, plus potential liability for any fire damage. The Ventura County Fire District and Camarillo Police actively enforce the ban, particularly around July 4th and New Year's. Contact police at (805) 388-5100 to report illegal fireworks.
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