Contra Costa County is a “no-fireworks zone”. That includes sparklers, “Safe & Sane” fountains, Roman candles—anything that pops, shoots, or glows. County leaders say the ban is non-negotiable because fireworks spark dozens of fires and injuries every July.
County ordinances provide for relatively minor fines and penalties. But wait, there’s state penalties, too! And that’s where you could end up risking your finances–or your freedom.
The County Ordinance: $100–$500 Citations That Stick to the Property Owner
In unincorporated areas, the county’s 2021 fireworks ordinance lets deputies cite the responsible party—often the homeowner or renter—even if they weren’t the one lighting the fuse…