All fireworks are illegal in Laguna Niguel at all times, including state-approved "Safe and Sane" fireworks that may be sold legally in a few other Orange County cities. There are no permitted sales, possession, or discharge locations.
Laguna Niguel prohibits all consumer fireworks year-round. The Orange County Sheriff's Department, which polices the city, confirms that all fireworks are illegal within Laguna Niguel, including the "Safe and Sane" fireworks (fountains, sparklers) that are legal to buy in a handful of north-county cities. Fire protection is provided by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), which enforces the adopted California Fire Code. Only licensed public displays supervised by OCFA are allowed. Under California Health and Safety Code section 12677, possessing or using "dangerous" fireworks without a license is a misdemeanor, and cities may issue local citations for any fireworks use.
Illegal fireworks may be seized. Use can bring a misdemeanor under California Health and Safety Code section 12677 and local code-enforcement citations; report to OCSD non-emergency at 949-770-6011.
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