Sheriff: hands-free law enforcement starts with warnings through Jan. 1; fireworks rules reiterated

Jul 2, 2025

Sheriff Kevin Martin Manning told the board that, under the new hands-free law effective July 1, officers will issue warnings through Jan. 1 and that county and city fireworks rules continue to govern where consumer fireworks may be used.

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Des Moines County Sheriff Kevin Martin Manning updated the Board of Supervisors on July 1 about enforcement of the new statewide hands-free law and county fireworks guidance ahead of July 3–4 celebrations.

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