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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 11Pt. 2Ch. 5Art. 4§ 12617 Fireworks Theft Investigation

§ 12617 Fireworks Theft Investigation

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§ 12617 Fireworks Theft Investigation

Key Takeaways

  • •If fireworks get stolen or lost, the State Fire Marshal has to tell the local fire department.
  • •The local fire department must work with the State Fire Marshal to figure out what happened.
  • •This is about teamwork between state and local fire officials to solve the problem.

Example

A store selling fireworks gets robbed, and all the fireworks are taken.

The State Fire Marshal will call the local fire department to tell them about the robbery. Then, both will work together to find out who took the fireworks and how it happened.

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

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§ 12617 Fireworks Theft Investigation

In the event of the theft or loss of any fireworks or pyrotechnic devices, the State Fire Marshal shall notify the fire authorities in the location where the theft or loss occurred and the fire authorities shall cooperate with the State Fire Marshal in conducting a joint investigation of the circumstances. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1109.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

theft or lossfireworks or pyrotechnic devicesState Fire Marshaljoint investigation

Related Statutes

  • § 12615 Fireworks Records Requirements
  • § 12616 Fireworks Theft Reporting
  • § 12619 Fireworks Import Export Notice
  • § 12620 Additional Reporting Authority
  • § 102766 Parentage Declaration Birth Certificate

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 12617.
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