HRS §132-19
Sky lanterns are banned in Hawaii
This law makes it illegal to sell, give away, have, light, or use sky lanterns (also called Hawaii lanterns or flying luminaries). A sky lantern is a paper lantern with a small flame that makes it float. Breaking this law is a misdemeanor with possible jail time and a fine.
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The statute, as written — Aerial luminaries; prohibited
(a) It shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale, distribute, possess, ignite, or otherwise use aerial luminaries, commonly known as sky lanterns, Hawaii lanterns, and flying luminaries. (b) Any person who violates this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be imprisoned for not more than one year or fined not more than $1,000, or both, for each violation. (c) As used in this section, "aerial luminary" means an airborne paper lantern containing a small candle, or other device for fuel, that heats air from inside the lantern causing the lantern to rise into the air and remain airborne until the candle or other device extinguishes.
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