2022 City of King Fireworks Bulletin

Municipal Code Section 7.31.010 (c) Dangerous Fireworks

“Dangerous fireworks” means dangerous fireworks as set forth in California State Fireworks Law sections 12505

and 12561 of the California Health and Safety Code.

Municipal Code Section 7.31.010 (i) Safe and Sane Fireworks

“Safe and sane fireworks” means sane and sane fireworks as set forth in California State Fireworks Law sections

12529 and 12562 of the California Health and Safety Code.

Municipal Code Section 7.34.020 Sale and Discharge of Fireworks

Safe and sane fireworks may be sold and/or discharged each year within the city limits of King City beginning

June 28th at 12:00 pm through July 4th ending at 10:00 pm. No fireworks classified as “dangerous fireworks may

be sold and/or discharged within the city. This section does not apply to the discharge of fireworks which are

authorized by a city-issued permit.

Municipal Code Section 7.34.130 Prohibition of Discharge

It is unlawful for any person to ignite, explode, project, or otherwise fire or use any fireworks, or permit the

ignition, explosion or projection thereof, upon or over onto the property of another without his or her consent,

or to ignite, explode, project, or otherwise fire or make use of, any fireworks within ten feet of any residential

dwelling or other structure used as a place of habitation by human beings.

It is unlawful for individuals under eighteen years of age to sell, purchase, possess, use or discharge “safe and

sane fireworks.” It is unlawful for any person having the care, custody or control of a minor under the age of

eighteen years to permit such minor to discharge, explode, fire or set off any dangerous, illegal fireworks, at any

time, or to permit such minor to discharge or set off any “safe and sane fireworks” unless such minor does so

under the direct supervision of a person over eighteen years of age and during the hours and on the days

permitted by this chapter.

Municipal Code Section 7.34.140 Administrative Penalties and Appeals

Any person or entity who possesses, uses, stores, sells, and/or displays dangerous fireworks or any person or

entity who possesses, uses, sells, and/or displays safe and sane fireworks on or at dates, times, and/or locations

other than those permitted by this chapter, or any permittee who violates any provision of this chapter is subject

to an administrative in the amount of $1000.00 per violation of the King City Municipal Code.

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King City Man Arrested on January 6 for Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping

According to King City Police Department, on December 30, 2024 a 17-year-old minor female victim reported that she had attended a party on the 100 Block of Bedford Circle on December 24, 2024. During the party, the suspect provided her with alcohol. He then pulled the victim into a bedroom, forcibly removed her clothing and had sexual intercourse with her against her will. This case was investigated by the King City Police Department Investigations Unit which resulted in the apprehension and arrest on January 6, 2025 of the suspect identified as 21-year-old Jesus Oseguera Briseno of King City. Briseno was also booked into the Monterey County Jail charged with Rape, Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor and Kidnapping. Anyone with further information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the King City Police Department at (844) 844-3382; Sergeant Josh Partida (831) 385-4848 or jpartida@kingcity.com; or the WeTip line at 1-800-78-CRIME. Your call may remain completely ano...

Attempted Homicide Shooting Incident in King City on September 29

The King City Police Department received a report of gunshots heard in the area of the 600 block of Sycamore Street at around 1 am on Sunday, September 29. While enroute, the King City PD was advised that 2 victims were transported to Mee Memorial Hospital by private vehicle to be treated for gunshot wounds. Upon arrival, officers were told that a single unknown suspect opened the gate to a fenced yard and fired 10 rounds into a crowd attending a party. 2 individuals were struck by the gunfire, after-which the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was described as wearing a dark colored hoodie and pants. The 2 victims are a 16-year-old juvenile male who was shot 3 times and an 18-year-old male who was shot 1 time. Both victims were transported to Natividad Hospital from Mee Memorial and are currently listed in stable condition. Detectives from the King City Police Department are currently working the investigation with assistance from the Greenfield Police Dep...

3 Vehicle Wreck on Highway 101 Outside of King City on December 26

A 3 vehicle accident happened on Highway 101 Northbound near the Central Avenue exit outside of King City at 12:07 pm on Thursday afternoon, December 26. One of the vehicles overturned as a result of the crash. Minor injuries were reported from the collision.

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