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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 11Pt. 2Ch. 5Art. 2§ 12580 Fireworks Licensing Authority

§ 12580 Fireworks Licensing Authority

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 12580 Fireworks Licensing Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The State Fire Marshal can give out licenses for making, bringing in, sending out, selling, and using fireworks.
  • •You need a license to do anything with fireworks in the state.
  • •The license can be renewed if you follow the rules.

Example

You want to sell fireworks at a stand for the 4th of July.

You must get a license from the State Fire Marshal first. If you don’t, you could get in trouble.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 12580 Fireworks Licensing Authority

The State Fire Marshal may issue and renew licenses for the manufacture, import, export, sale, and use of all fireworks and pyrotechnic devices in this state. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1109.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

fireworkspyrotechnic devices

Related Statutes

  • § 12571 Fireworks Manufacturing License
  • § 12581 Fireworks Licensing Requirements
  • § 12583 Fireworks Sales Employee Rules
  • § 12603 Pyrotechnic License Exemption
  • § 12637 Fireworks Classification And Fees

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 12580.
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