A. Definition: The sale and use of fireworks is subject to the definitions enumerated in Iowa Code sections 100.19 and 727.2, as amended, which definitions are incorporated herein by this reference.
B. Prohibitions: It shall be unlawful for any person to use or explode any "consumer fireworks" or "display fireworks" within the corporate limits of the City of Iowa City.
C. Exception: Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the use of blank cartridges for a show or the theater, or for signal purposes in athletic sports or by railroads or trucks, for signal purposes, or by a recognized military organization, or for use in military funerals. Provided further, this section does not apply to any substance or composition prepared and sold for medicinal or fumigation purposes.
D. Permit: Subsection B of this section shall not apply to anyone who has applied in writing and has received written permission for the use of "consumer fireworks" or "display fireworks" from the Fire Marshal of the City of Iowa City when the fireworks display will be handled by a competent operator, and consistent with the issued permit.
E. Violation: A violation of this section is a simple misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00). (Ord. 17-4712, 6-20-2017)