All Fireworks are Illegal in Montgomery County, Maryland

By Roy Kelley

Industry Observer with Retired

June 30, 2015 04:04 AM

All Fireworks are Illegal in Montgomery County, Maryland

The Fourth of July is right around the corner and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue wants to remind residents that ALL fireworks are illegal in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Here’s what you should know

The Law:

It is illegal for any person to manufacture, possess, store, offer for sale, sell, discharge, use, burn or explode any fireworks in Montgomery County, Maryland, except that an authorized display may be conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic professional with a permit. Penalties for violations of the law include a fine up to $1,000 and/or six months in jail. All fireworks are illegal in Montgomery County, Prince George’s County and the City of Baltimore. Montgomery County Fire Safety Code: Section 22-70: Fireworks.

What fireworks are legal?

In Montgomery County, ALL fireworks are illegal to possess or discharge including gold label sparklers. Snap-and-pop noise makers, snakes and party poppers are the only exception to this law.

Can I receive fireworks at my home through the mail?

No. Use of the mail for the transportation of fireworks for use in the State of Maryland is illegal.

Can I have a private fireworks display at my residence with proper permits?

No. You can not have a private display; however, you can apply to have a public display with proper permits and insurance.

Can I receive fireworks at my residence delivered by a public carrier?

No. It doesn't matter where the fireworks are purchased or how they are brought into Maryland. Fireworks are still illegal in Montgomery County.

Where do I report violations involving fireworks?

Residents should call 301-279-8000. Do NOT call 911 unless you have a life-threatening emergency and need immediate help. Non-emergency 911 calls can delay getting assistance to people with actual emergencies.

Where can I go in Montgomery County to see the fireworks?

MCFRS and safety experts agree that the best way to celebrate is to enjoy one of the many free, public fireworks displays in the area on July 4th. Public fireworks displays, conducted by trained professionals, are the smartest and safest way to view fireworks because they are established under controlled settings and safety regulations and monitored by public safety organizations.

This notice was provided by the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service.

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Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Fireworks stands here in the Greater Sacramento region are operating business as usual. I am holding my breath this year because of the drought and dry grass.

Jun 30, 2015 01:55 PM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

David Shamansky

US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO

Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

Well thats an easy one to remember now isnt it LOL

We do have legal fireworks out here but only if its ground based so no Roman Candles or bottle rockets etc

Have a fun and safe 4th

Jun 30, 2015 02:24 PM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Laura Cerrano

Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY

Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Happy 4th to everybody and may we all stay safe and healthy! Find something fun and have a great time! Love and (fireworks) to all of you!

Jun 30, 2015 02:29 PM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Conrad Allen

Re/Max Professional Associates - Webster, MA

Webster, Ma, Realtor

Hi Roy. So many people hurt this time of year by illegal fireworks.

Jun 30, 2015 08:44 PM

Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL
Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Gita Bantwal

RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA

REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I hope local residents will read this post. Have a safe 4th of July.

Jun 30, 2015 09:00 PM

Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL
Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks so much for your comments. It is always good to hear from you.

Jun 30, 2015 11:06 PM

Joni Bailey

Huntsville, TX
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL
Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert

Zion Realty - Gilbert, AZ

Broker/Owner of Zion Realty ZionRealtyAZ.com

All fireworks in my area used to be illegal for the longest time. It's just in recent years that they passed a new law allowing only certian types of fireworks like sparklers and those that only go up in the air a certain height.

Jul 01, 2015 01:11 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Frank Rubi

Frank Rubi Real Estate, LLC - Metairie, LA

FrankRubiRealEstate.com

Roy, great reminder on Safety and legally of fireworks. Have a Safe 4th.

Jul 01, 2015 01:19 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Gabe Sanders

Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL

Stuart Florida Real Estate

Supposedly, they're illegal here in Florida as well, Roy. But there's a loophole that allows people to buy them

Jul 01, 2015 03:00 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I expect to hear fireworks starting today. It is illegal except those designated times around New Years and 4th of July.

Jul 01, 2015 03:43 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD
Lou Ludwig

Boca Raton, FL

Lou Ludwig

Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL

Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Roy Kelly thanks for the laws for fireworks in Montgomery County Maryland.

The laws on fireworks vary around the country. . . . we should know the laws for the area that we live in.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Jul 01, 2015 12:13 PM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

It is always good to hear from you. Thanks for stopping by.

Jul 02, 2015 09:10 AM

Roy Kelley

Gaithersburg, MD

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Make this a very special Independence Day.

Enjoy the holiday weekend!

Jul 04, 2015 01:17 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Monday morning to all. I hope you enjoyed the holiday weekend and the Independence Day celebrations.

Jul 05, 2015 09:57 PM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks, again, for your comments. Have a great evening.

Aug 20, 2015 11:50 AM

Inna Ivchenko

Barcode Properties - Encino, CA

Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

It can be a good thing. Fireworks look beautiful, but I'm not a fan of sounds... I was walking a dog today and some teens were throwing small firecrackers...sounded like gun shots...

Jul 06, 2016 06:50 PM