Santa Ana permits only California State Fire Marshal-approved 'Safe and Sane' fireworks during July 1-4 with specific time restrictions. All other fireworks including firecrackers, bottle rockets, and aerial fireworks are illegal. The city limits fireworks sales stands to 85 citywide.
Under SAMC and OCFA regulations, only Safe and Sane fireworks approved by the California State Fire Marshal may be purchased, possessed, or discharged within Santa Ana city limits. Sale is permitted from June 28 through July 4 from licensed stands. Discharge is allowed July 1 from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, July 2-3 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and July 4 from 10:00 AM to midnight. Illegal fireworks include firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, sky rockets, aerial shells, and any firework that explodes, flies into the air, or moves on the ground. The city caps the total number of fireworks sales stands at 85.
Possession or use of illegal fireworks is a criminal offense with a minimum fine of $1,000 or up to six months in jail. Additional fines apply for violations occurring on public property or causing property damage or injury.
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