Illegal Fireworks
Fireworks that explode, emit a loud report (a loud bang), leave the ground due to an explosive charge, or fly self-propelled through the air are always illegal for handling, possession, sale, storage, and/or use within Jefferson County, unless used in conjunction with an approved public firework display, authorized by a Fire Department permit.

Illegal fireworks include, but are not limited to:
·Bottle rockets
·Cherry bombs
·Explosive devices
·Firecrackers
·Helicopters
·M-100 type devices
·M-80 type devices
·Missile boxes
·Mortars
·Rockets
·Roman candles
·Shells and rockets
·Any device that when ignited or used projects or disburses metal, glass, or brittle plastic fragments

Permissible Fireworks
Permissible fireworks are "non-explosive" pyrotechnics that are not intended to leave the ground or create a report or loud noise and include:
·Cigarette loads
·Cylindrical or cone fountains
·Dipped sticks and other sparklers
·Explosive auto alarms
·Glow worms
·Ground spinners and wheels
·Illuminating torches & colored fire
·Party poppers
·Smoke bombs
·Snakes
·Sparklers
·Toy propellant
·Toy smoke devices
·Trick matches
·Trick noise makers
12-28-102. Unlawful use or sale of fireworks
(5) ... it shall be unlawful for any person to possess or discharge any fireworks, other than permissible fireworks, anywhere in this state.
Violation of this statute is a Class 3 Misdemeanor. This carries a penalty range of $50 fine up to $750 and/or six months imprisonment.
Jim Shires Jefferson County Sheriff's Office