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06/20/2003: "First Fireworks Summons Of Season Issued To 11-Year-Old"
An 11-year-old girl has become the first person cited for using illegal fireworks in the West Metro Fire District. Authorities said Thursday that the girl was setting off bottle rockets and was stopped before causing any damage.
Authorities expect to issue many more summons for fireworks violations this Fourth of July season and warned that the penalties have stiffened. Lakewood and Jefferson counties have increased their recommended fines for fireworks violations from $250 to $300.
Any fireworks that leave the ground are illegal in Colorado and it's illegal for anyone under the age of 16 to use or possess fireworks without adult supervision, firefighters reminded. (TheDenverChannel.com)
