San Ramon, CA Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)

San Ramon Municipal Code prohibits the sale, possession, use, and discharge of all fireworks within city limits, including those labeled Safe and Sane by the California State Fire Marshal. This is a stricter standard than state law, which otherwise permits Safe and Sane fireworks July 1 through 4 in jurisdictions that allow them. San Ramon allows none. Dangerous fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, mortars, M-80s, and aerial shells are illegal under both state law (Health & Safety Code Section 12500 et seq.) and San Ramon ordinance. Violations can result in misdemeanor charges with fines up to $1,000, potential jail time, and under California Health & Safety Code Section 12557 civil penalties up to $50,000 for dangerous fireworks. San Ramon Police Department and SRVFPD conduct joint enforcement operations around July 4 and New Year's Eve, including a dedicated tip line. Residents can anonymously report illegal fireworks through the city's reporting portal. If fireworks cause a fire, the responsible party is liable for all suppression costs under California Health & Safety Code Section 13009. Residents seeking a fireworks experience should attend professional aerial displays such as the San Ramon Iron Horse fireworks show or events at nearby parks.