All Fireworks Are Illegal in Fremont, Police Warn

From Fremont Police

The Fremont Police Department received several reports of fireworks throughout the City [Sunday].

With the upcoming holiday season (Halloween, Diwali and New Years) approaching, we want to remind Fremont residents and businesses that the sale, possession, and use of ALL fireworks are banned within the City of Fremont.

This ban includes the "safe and sane" variety of fireworks (e.g. sparklers, fountains, flowers, etc.) that are legal in some other cities.

The ban, in effect since December 1986, has helped reduce the number of injuries, wild-land and structure fires caused by fireworks in the City of Fremont.


In California, possession of illegal fireworks is considered a misdemeanor, which is punishable by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $1000 or by imprisonment in a county jail for up to one year.

If you are found to be in possession of a sufficient amount of illegal fireworks, you may be guilty of a felony and punished by a fine up to $5000 and/or imprisonment in a state prison or county jail.

Parents may be held liable for any damages or injuries caused by their childrens use of illegal fireworks.

Please report any illegal fireworks to the Fremont Police Department at 510-790-6800 and select option 3.

We thank you in advance for your cooperation.

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