ALL fireworks including sparklers and 'Safe and Sane' are banned in Long Beach under LBMC Chapter 8.81. $1,000 fine + $250 disposal fee + city response costs.
Long Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.81 bans all personal fireworks within city limits year-round — including those labeled 'Safe and Sane.' Violators face a $1,000 administrative penalty, $250 disposal fee, and liability for all city response costs (can exceed $20,000). Property owners and hosts may be liable for fireworks on their property. Confiscation of fireworks triggers mandatory disposal fee. Each day of violation is a separate offense.
$1,000 fine + $250 disposal fee + city response costs (up to $20,000+). Up to 6 months jail possible. Property owners/hosts liable under LBMC §8.81.060.
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