Hawaii's governor signs bills cracking down on illegal fireworks after deadly New Year's explosion
The new laws take effect immediately. Police will be authorized to issue $300 tickets to those who shoot off fireworks, while repeat offenders and those whose actions cause serious injury or death could get prison time for felony crimes.
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