Anyone caught igniting illegal fireworks in Morgan Hill next week could be on the hook for up to a $1,500 ticket—or triple the fine amount normally levied for such violations.
The Morgan Hill Police Department issued a press release June 27 announcing that fines for illegal fireworks will be tripled from July 1-7. During this time, a first violation could cost the offender a $300 fine, a second offense could cost $600 and the third violation could cost $1,500.
The city’s press release notes that illegal fireworks can result in brush fires, burned homes, missing pets and injuries that require Emergency Room treatment.
“Our hills are dry and every illegal firework poses a threat to our community,” reads the press release from MHPD. “Think of your family, friends, neighbors and pets.”
The City of Morgan Hill is partnering with Independence Day Celebrations to produce a free fireworks show at the Outdoor Sports Complex, 6 to 10pm July 4.
All fireworks purchased outside Morgan Hill—including “safe and sane” fireworks found in nearby communities—are illegal here and will result in tripled fines, police noted.
The triple fine schedule will also be in place Dec. 30 to Jan. 2 in Morgan Hill.
