State Laws 

ALABAMA STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited items: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, silver salutes, or any other firework containing more than 130 milligrams of explosive composition are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals need to be at least 16 years old to purchase fireworks. Retailers are required to verify the buyer’s age with government-issued identification.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain the appropriate permits from the State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

ARKANSAS STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Most consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s and any firework exceeding legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Sale Periods: Fireworks can typically be sold during designated periods, such as June 20th to July 10th, and December 10th to January 5th.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals must be at least 12 years old to purchase fireworks.
• Usage Restrictions: Fireworks cannot be detonated within 600 feet of churches, hospitals, schools, parks, or within 5,000 feet of facilities storing explosives or flammable products.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain permits from the Arkansas State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.

GEORGIA STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, and any fireworks exceeding the legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Usage Restrictions: Fireworks can be used from 10 A.M. to 11:59 P.M. on most days, with extended hours on certain days like New Year’s Eve and Independence Day. Local noise ordinances may apply.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals must be at least 18 years old to purchase fireworks, and sales must be conducted in person with proper identification.
• Safety Zones: Fireworks cannot be used within 100 yards of hospitals, nursing homes, gas stations, or other sensitive areas.
• Licensing: All sellers are required to obtain permits from the Georgia State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

LOUISIANA STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, and any fireworks exceeding the legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Sale Periods: Fireworks can typically be sold during designated periods, such as between June 25th-July 4th, as well as December 20th-January 1st.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals must be at least 15 years old to purchase fireworks.
• Usage Restrictions: Fireworks cannot be detonated within 600 feet of churches, hospitals, schools, or parks, or within 5,000 feet of facilities storing explosives or flammable products.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain permits from the Louisiana State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

MISSISSIPPI STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Most consumer fireworks such as sparklers, roman candles, fountains, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, and any fireworks exceeding the legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals must be at least 16 years old to use fireworks, unless supervised by an adult.
• Usage Restrictions: Firework use is restricted to private property or locations where the property owner has granted consent. They are prohibited on public roads , parks, or government property without a special permit.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain permits from the Mississippi State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

MISSOURI STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, and any fireworks exceeding the legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Sale Periods: Fireworks can be sold to the public between June 20th-July 10th, as well as December 20th-January 2nd.
• Age Restrictions: Fireworks cannot be sold to children under 14 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Usage Restrictions: Fireworks cannot be detonated within 600 feet of churches, hospitals, schools, or parks, or other sensitive locations.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain permits from the Missouri State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

TENNESSEE STATE LAWS

• Permitted Fireworks: Most consumer fireworks such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sparklers, roman candles, and aerial shells are allowed, provided they meet state and federal safety standards, including size and explosive content limits.
• Prohibited Fireworks: Items like Cherry Bombs, M-80’s, and any fireworks exceeding the legal explosive composition limits are banned. Homemade or modified fireworks are also illegal.
• Sale Periods: Fireworks can typically be sold during designated periods, such as between June 20th-July 5th, as well as December 10th-January 2nd.
• Age Restrictions: Individuals must be at least 16 years old to purchase fireworks, and retailers must verify age with government issued identification.
• Usage Restrictions: Fireworks cannot be used within 100 feet of hospitals, nursing homes, gas stations, or other sensitive areas.
• Licensing: All sellers must obtain permits from the Tennessee State Fire Marshall to legally sell fireworks.
• Local Ordinances: Some municipalities may have additional restrictions or bans on fireworks, so it’s important to check local regulations!

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