Indiana laws limit when, where fireworks can be used

The annual Ford Fireworks festival on Monday, June 22, 2015, at Hart Plaza in Detroit. (Ryan Garza/Detroit Free Press/TNS)
The annual Ford Fireworks festival on Monday, June 22, 2015, at Hart Plaza in Detroit. (Ryan Garza/Detroit Free Press/TNS)


Check out this guide to make sure your fireworks show isn’t a dud.

Time
  • Indiana state law says that fireworks can only be used from 9 a.m. to two hours after sunset from June 29 to July 3 and July 5 to 9. On Independence Day, fireworks can be used from 9 a.m. to midnight. Local laws can limit these times.
  • A recently passed Muncie ordinance says fireworks can be used in the city from 5 p.m. to two hours after sunset from June 29 to July 3 and July 5 to 9. On Independence Day, they can be used from 10 a.m. to midnight. Fireworks are banned all other days throughout the year except from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.
Location
  • A person can use fireworks on their own property, on another person’s property if they have received permission or an approved discharge location.
  • Using fireworks elsewhere can result in a $500 fine. If fireworks damage someone’s property, it can result in a $5,000 fine and one year in prison.
Age
  • A person must be 18 or older to purchase fireworks.
  • If someone under age 18 uses or possesses fireworks, someone 18 or older must be present.
  • If someone under age 18 uses or possesses fireworks without someone 18 or older present, it can result in a $500 fine.
Safety Tips
  • Keep a fire extinguisher or have access to water when using fireworks in case of a fire.
  • Don’t try to light or fix a “dud” firework that did not work on the first use.
  • Use fireworks in open areas so that people can keep a safe distance from the fireworks.
  • Make sure to purchase fireworks only from licensed dealers. Do not try to make fireworks or make changes to fireworks.
  • Store fireworks somewhere dry and away from heat sources.

Source: in.gov

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