The Act Overview Offences relating to fireworks licence applications Section 15—False statements
47.Section 15 makes it an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement (in respect of a material matter) for the purposes of obtaining a fireworks licence. The offence is punishable (on summary conviction) by a fine not exceeding level 5 on the standard scale (currently £5,000) or a term of imprisonment not exceeding 6 months, or both.