The following exceptions apply to the prohibitions set forth in §
112-24:
A. Balloon(s) and/or sky lantern(s) released for scientific or meteorological
purposes, on behalf of a governmental agency or pursuant to a government
contract.
B. Manned hot air balloon that is recovered after launching.
C. Balloon(s) and/or sky lantern(s) released and to remain indoors.
D. Accidental release of balloon(s) by a person 13 years of age or younger.
Any person violating any provision of this article shall be
punished by a fine of $250.