What types of fireworks are now legal?
Recent law changes now allow for the public sale, possession and use of a limited number of consumer fireworks. Examples include items such as sparklers, cones and tubes that emit sparks, novelty items like snakes, and party poppers. These fireworks may not be used on public property (i.e. parks, roads, alleys, schools, government property, etc.) Purchasers of these fireworks must be at least 18 years old and retailers need to check photo identification. Explosive and aerial fireworks are still prohibited for public sale, possession and use. Prohibited fireworks include firecrackers, bottle rockets, missiles, roman candles, mortars and shells. You can pick up a copy of the State Fire Marshal’s Fireworks Fact Sheet at the Ramsey Police Department.
