(1) Subject to subsection (2), it is lawful for an individual, firm, partnership, corporation, or association to possess for sale, sell or offer for sale at retail, or use within the state the permissible fireworks enumerated in 50-37-105. At any place where permissible fireworks are sold or displayed, a sign reading "NO SMOKING" must be posted in letters at least 4 inches in height where customers are most likely to read it.
(2) Before a fireworks wholesaler may lawfully possess for sale, offer for sale, or sell within the state the permissible fireworks enumerated in 50-37-105, the wholesaler shall obtain a fireworks wholesaler permit from the department of labor and industry.
(3) A person making application for a fireworks wholesaler permit shall:
(a) pay an application fee to the department of labor and industry, which must be set by the department of labor and industry commensurate with costs; and
(b) furnish proof under oath, on a form provided by the department, that person:
(i) is at least 18 years of age;
(ii) is of good moral character; and
(iii) has not been convicted of a crime involving the use, possession, or sale of fireworks.
(4) The department of labor and industry shall adopt rules implementing this section.