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What is NYC FC § 109.2.4?

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This section establishes a civil penalty of seven hundred fifty dollars for individuals who discharge or use fireworks without a permit, in addition to any criminal penalties. The New York City Environmental Control Board enforces this statute. Applies to individuals using fireworks without the necessary permits.

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109.2.4 Civil penalty for use of fireworks without a permit.

FC § 109.2.4

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, and in addition to any criminal penalties that may apply, any person who violates FC 105.6 by discharging or otherwise using fireworks without a permit shall be liable for a civil penalty of seven hundred fifty dollars, which may be recoverable in a proceeding before the New York City Environmental Control Board. For the purposes of subdivision e of Section 15-230 of the Administrative Code, such violation shall be deemed to be hazardous.

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