Massachusetts Fireworks

Massachusetts Fireworks Laws

Massachusetts BANS ALL consumer fireworks, including sparklers. Only professional displays permitted.

Massachusetts BANS ALL consumer fireworks including sparklers. No sale or possession permitted. Only licensed professional displays allowed. Possession: fine up to $100 first offense. Transport into state also prohibited. M.G.L. c. 148 §39.

Fireworks - Illegal

Massachusetts: All consumer fireworks illegal. Local restrictions may be stricter than state law.

FIREWORKS LAWS

MASSACHUSETTS LAW
Status: ILLEGAL
All consumer fireworks illegal

TYPES OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Generally Legal (where permitted):
• Fountains, cones, sparklers
• Roman candles, mines
• Aerial shells (where legal)
• Firecrackers (where legal)

Always Illegal:
• M-80s, cherry bombs, quarter sticks
• Any homemade fireworks
• Professional-grade fireworks

LOCAL RESTRICTIONS
Many cities/counties have stricter rules:
• Total bans (fire danger, noise)
• Limited dates (July 4th weekend only)
• Hour restrictions (9pm or 10pm curfews)
• Distance from structures

FIRE DANGER RESTRICTIONS
During fire season/drought:
• May be temporarily banned
• Check fire department notices
• Penalties increase during bans

SAFE USE GUIDELINES
1. Never give to children
2. Never throw at people/animals
3. Keep water nearby
4. Light one at a time
5. Never relight "duds"
6. Dispose properly (soak in water)

PENALTIES FOR ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
• Fines: $100 - $5,000
• Possible criminal charges
• Liability for injuries/property damage
• Fire damage can be catastrophic