Core Viewpoint - The illegal sale of fireworks and firecrackers is a growing concern, with law enforcement actively cracking down on such activities as the Spring Festival approaches [1][4]. Group 1: Illegal Sales and Enforcement Actions - Shanghai police discovered illegal sales advertisements for fireworks and firecrackers, leading to the identification of a company and its owner, who had purchased fireworks online [1]. - The owner intended to keep the fireworks for personal use but attempted to sell them in social media groups for profit, although no sales were completed before police intervention [4]. - Multiple cases of illegal sales have been reported across various regions, with individuals being detained for unlawfully storing and selling fireworks without the necessary permits [4][2]. Group 2: Legal Regulations and Responsibilities - According to the Fireworks Safety Management Regulations, selling fireworks requires a retail license, and both wholesale and retail operations must be approved by safety supervision authorities [5]. - Posting sales information in social media is only legal if it directs customers to a designated sales location; any form of delivery or non-compliant sales methods is considered illegal [5]. - Individuals who share or forward advertisements for the sale of fireworks may also face legal consequences if issues arise from the sale [5].

Core Viewpoint - The illegal sale of fireworks and firecrackers is a growing concern, with multiple arrests made for violations of safety regulations and laws regarding their storage and sale [1][3][5]. Group 1: Illegal Sales and Enforcement Actions - Shanghai police discovered illegal sales of fireworks through online advertisements, leading to the identification and investigation of a local company [3]. - The company’s owner, identified as Shi, purchased fireworks for personal use but attempted to sell them for profit, resulting in police intervention before any sales occurred [5]. - Multiple cases across different regions, including Anhui, Shandong, and Zhejiang, highlight the trend of individuals illegally selling fireworks via social media, leading to administrative detentions [5][7][9]. Group 2: Legal Regulations and Requirements - According to the Fireworks Safety Management Regulations, selling fireworks requires a retail license, and businesses must comply with safety production supervision [11]. - Posting sales information in social media is legal only if it directs customers to a designated sales location; otherwise, it constitutes illegal activity [11]. - Individuals involved in the illegal sale of fireworks, especially those with significant financial transactions, may face criminal charges for illegal business operations [11][12]. Group 3: Legal Responsibilities - Sharing or forwarding advertisements for the sale of fireworks also incurs legal responsibilities, implicating both sellers and those who promote such sales [12][13]. - In the event of any issues arising from sold fireworks, both the seller and the promoter may be held legally accountable [13].