Consumer aerial fireworks are banned in Kaneohe. Only licensed display fireworks and permitted firecrackers tied to cultural or religious events are allowed under ROH Chapter 20, Article 6, with coordinated HFD and HPD enforcement around New Year's.
ROH Chapter 20, Article 6 (Sec. 20-6.1 through 20-6.14) governs fireworks across the City and County, including Kaneohe. Importing, storing, or selling display fireworks or firecrackers requires a license (Sec. 20-6.4). Public display fireworks require a permit under Sec. 20-6.12; firecracker permits issue under Sec. 20-6.13. Consumer aerial fireworks, rockets, and Roman candles are prohibited. Enforcement is especially active in Kaneohe because of density and proximity to MCBH flight lines, the Ko'olau watershed, and wind-prone ridges. HFD and HPD conduct joint enforcement operations during holidays.
Offenders face misdemeanor charges under ROH Sec. 20-6.14, fines up to $2,000 per individual offense, and seizure of devices; commercial operators face higher civil penalties.
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