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Maui police receive 118 fireworks-related calls for service during New Year’s holiday; two arrests made
Between 6 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2025, and 6 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026, the Maui Police Department received 118 calls for service related to fireworks violations throughout the County of Maui. During this time, one citation was issued for an aerial fireworks violation, eight reports were generated for documentation purposes, and two arrests were made.
Senate panel passes bill to fund illegal fireworks task force
The Hawaiʻi Senate Committee on Public Safety & Military Affairs has recommended passage of Senate Bill 222, which would appropriate an as yet undetermined amount of state funding for an illegal fireworks task force.
Maui police to conduct fireworks enforcement during New Year’s weekend
“If it’s illegal fireworks, it’s a Class C felony [and] it’s a $2,000 fine,” said Chief Pelletier, calling it a public safety issue. “Though you may think it’s harmless to fire something off, people lose limbs, we know people burn down houses, and it’s usually the innocent person who is affected.”
Maui Police Seize 177 Pounds of Illegal Aerial Fireworks Valued at $12,000
Police say 177 pounds of illegal aerial fireworks, valued at over $12,000 were seized during the operation.
