[§339-12] Intentional release of balloons; prohibition.
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[§339-12] Intentional release of balloons; prohibition.
(a)No person or entity shall intentionally release, organize the release of, or otherwise cause the release of a balloon inflated with a gas that is lighter than air, except for:
(1)A balloon released for scientific or meteorological purposes, on behalf of a governmental agency or pursuant to a governmental contract;
(2)A hot air balloon that is recovered after launching; or
(3)A balloon that is released and remains indoors.
(b)Any person or entity who violates this section shall be subject to a civil penalty of no more than $500 for each offense. For the purposes of this section, the release of multiple balloons at one time shall be considered a single offense. [L 2021, c 141, §2]