Hanford allows only State Fire Marshal-approved 'Safe and Sane' fireworks July 1–5 (9 a.m.–11 p.m.; noon start July 1). All fireworks that explode, rise in the air, or move along the ground are illegal. First violation: $1,000 administrative citation.
Under Hanford Municipal Code Chapters 8.11 and 8.12 (collectively the 'Fireworks Ordinance'), only California State Fire Marshal-registered Safe and Sane fireworks may be used. Permitted dates: July 1–5. Permitted hours: 9 a.m.–11 p.m. (noon start on July 1). Fireworks stand hours: 9 a.m.–11 p.m. (July 1 from noon). Illegal fireworks include anything that explodes, rises in the air, or moves along the ground (firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, mortars). Administrative citation: $1,000 per violation for illegal or misused fireworks.
$1,000 administrative citation for first offense; costs may be assessed as a lien on property.
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