California · Health and Safety Code - HSC

HSC §12688: It is unlawful for a person to advertise to sell or transfer any class of fireworks, including agricultural and wildlife fireworks or model rocket motors, unless he or she possesses a valid license or

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to advertise the sale or transfer of fireworks, agricultural fireworks, wildlife fireworks, or model rocket motors without a valid license or permit.

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It is unlawful for a person to advertise to sell or transfer any class of fireworks, including agricultural and wildlife fireworks or model rocket motors, unless he or she possesses a valid license or permit.

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